An internship at the UN could be the ideal start if you are considering a career in the Organisation. It will give you exposure to high-profile conferences, political decision making or work on the ground, as well as the opportunity to contribute to the projects and mandates of the United Nations.

You can apply for any internship around the world, regardless of nationality.

As an intern, you will:

• Enhance your educational experience through practical work assignments
• Deepen your knowledge and understanding of the Organisation’s goals, principles and activities
• Work in an international environment, and network with international civil servants, career professionals and senior management
• Provide the UN with assistance in your area of expertise
• As part of a team, interns can do things like the drafting of documents, analysis of data, research, the organisation of conferences or events, work on media campaigns and outreach, and much more.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will depend on the individual's background, the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Support in content creation for the UNIC's online platforms, including social media accounts.
• Support in monitoring and moderating the UNiC's online platforms, including social media and in implementing social media campaigns.
• Support in the design, production, and dissemination of information material,
• Support in organisation of events and meetings.

Qualifications and Special Skills

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Information Centre, the following conditions must be met:

• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
  (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
  (b) be enrolled in the first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent).
• Be computer literate in standard software applications;
• Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for this internship. Fluency in Arabic is required for this Internship.

Job Network: Public Information and Conference Management
Position: Public Information Intern
Job Family: Public Information
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Department / Office: Department of Global Communications
Duty Station:Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Schedule: Full-time
Remote Job?: No

Work Location

Dubai, UAE

Will I get paid?
Our Member States have decided that the UN Secretariat cannot provide financial compensation to interns at this point but conversations are ongoing. Some UN agencies, though, do offer internship positions with various types of monetary support.

Can I get academic credit?
Yes, you may get academic credit from your institution of higher education for the internship. Check with your university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships.

Temporary Jobs
Are you the type of person who is still making decisions about your career, who is not quite ready yet to take the plunge, make a long-term professional commitment or become attached to a job or calling? Perhaps you like the idea of change, career breaks and moving around. Or alternatively, you may just be interested in getting your toe through the door at the United Nations to see what we do and whether you would be interested. If you are this person then a temporary position at the United Nations might be just what you need.

Additional Requirements

• Professional work experience
• Fluency in Arabic and English