Overview

This internship focuses on supporting multimedia production for strategic communications, including graphics, video editing, and content creation for various platforms.

Tasks Summary

• Supporting the design and production of multimedia content for UNOOSA’s strategic communications, including graphics and layouts for social media, PowerPoint presentations, flyers, posters, fact sheets, brochures, web graphics, publications and other outreach materials, using tools such as Canva, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and related applications.
• Editing video content such as longer explainers, feature stories and Q&A videos, as well as short-form vertical video content (e.g. Reels, Shorts) for Instagram and other social media platforms, using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, or others.
• Contributing to the full multimedia production workflow, including developing visual concepts and storyboards; producing design drafts and video scripts; incorporating feedback from team leads and senior stakeholders; updating and adapting content for different platforms and audiences; and preparing final assets for publication across digital, print and social media channels.
• Assisting with filming, photography and on-site content capture during conferences, meetings and in-person events, where applicable (for interns based in Vienna or working in person), including setup or shooting support and post-production assistance.
• Ensuring all multimedia outputs adhere to UNOOSA and UN branding, style and accessibility guidelines, including visual identity standards and inclusive design practices.
• Participating in team briefings and project meetings, providing updates on assigned tasks, timelines and deliverables, and contributing to discussions on creative approaches and storytelling.
• Staying informed on trends and best practices in multimedia production, digital storytelling and social media communications, and sharing ideas to enhance the impact and reach of UNOOSA’s content

Experience Requirements

Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience.

Qualification Requirements

• HS Diploma
• Be enrolled in, or have recently completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); OR be enrolled in, or have completed recently, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
• Be computer literate in standard software applications; proficiency in preparing spreadsheets
• 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
• Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.

Contract Duration: Six (6) months

Work Modality: remote or in person

Remuneration: The internship is UNPAID and interns work five days per week (full time - 40 hours). Interns 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.