Work LocationThis internship is designed to be in-person and full-time (35 hours) but can be adjusted based on request by the successful candidate. Expected duration4-6 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe internship is with the United Nations Forum on Forests Secretariat (UNFFS), part of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). The UNFF Secretariat is dedicated to advancing the sustainable management, conservation, and development of all types of forests and trees outside of forests, while fostering long-term political commitment to these critical objectives. For more information about the Office, please see https://www.un.org/esa/forests/ This internship focuses on communications, specifically supporting the implementation of the communication and outreach strategy for the UN Strategic Plan for Forests 2017–2030. Key responsibilities include media monitoring, web design, content production for digital platforms, and database management. The internship is for a minimum period of four months with an opportunity for extension up to six months. The expected start date is 19 May 2025. The internship is in-person, unpaid and full-time but could also be part-time. When full time, interns work 35 hours, five days a week, and when part-time, they work less than 34 hours a week. Interns work in the United Nations Headquarters in New York under the supervision of a UN staff member to which they are assigned. The hybrid or remote setting of the internship may be considered based on request by the successful candidates. The internship is available for one candidate. The intern will work under the supervision of the Communications Officer. Tasks will include: - Assisting in the redesign and migration of the UNFF and GFFFN websites. - Drafting, formatting, editing and posting original web site content/news stories, including graphics, photographs and video. - Tracking analytics of communications products, including the UNFF website and monthly UNFF newsletter. - Drafting social media content for UN DESA accounts. - Maintaining documentation and contacts databases. - Conducting internet research on thematic issues related to forests. - Monitoring media on thematic issues related to forests, including sustainable forest management, deforestation, afforestation, forest degradation, forests financing, among other issues. - Providing general office support (processing, drafting and finalizing correspondence and other communications; setting up and maintaining files/records, organizing meetings etc. Qualifications/special skillsApplicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in journalism, communication, media studies, filmmaking, international relations or related field. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams. Applicants should 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 should have skills and experience in writing, social media and multimedia production are strongly desired. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Additional InformationA completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: - Degree Programme (What are you currently studying) - Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme) - Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship - Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme List the software you are proficient in: Word, Outlook, Teams, MS Forms, Mailchimp, Canva, Photoshop, Premiere, etc. In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Applicants who are children or siblings of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the United Nations. Interns will need to provide all necessary hardware (computer), software and internet while performing the internship. This job opening is generic and further notice about any non-selections will not be issued due to the nature of the advertisement. Intern Specific textInterns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.