Overview
Gain hands-on experience in a UN newsroom, focusing on the production of daily news, in-depth features, and multimedia products in English.
Tasks Summary
- Draft English news articles by integrating and translating information from various sources
- Proofread news articles before and after publication
- Assist with fact-checking and background research
- Assist in the production of graphic, visual and audio content
- Work on feature stories, conduct research and interviews, and draft feature stories
- Review partnerships database and identify new digital media and fact-checking partners
- Perform other assigned duties, including outreach
Experience Requirements
Qualification Requirements
- Enrolled in or completed a graduate school program in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, English or translation studies (second university degree or equivalent, or higher)
- OR enrolled in or completed the final academic year of a first university degree program in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, English or translation studies (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent)
- Computer literate in standard word processing and spreadsheets software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel)