Apply for the UN DESA Public Information Internship 2025 in New York. Gain hands-on experience in global communications, media, and sustainable development. Deadline: Nov 24, 2025.
Location: New York, USA
Deadline: November 24, 2025
Duration: 2–6 months (Full-time, unpaid)
Application ID: 267159
Organization: United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)
Category: Internship, I-1
🌐 Introduction
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) is once again opening its doors to passionate young professionals for the Public Information Internship under its Strategic Planning and Communication Services (SPCS) division.
This prestigious opportunity offers early-career individuals a chance to immerse themselves in the UN’s global communications and public outreach activities—directly contributing to the visibility of the UN DESA’s mission and its nine divisions dedicated to advancing sustainable development worldwide.
💼 About the Internship
The Public Information Internship at UN DESA’s SPCS Office is designed for candidates eager to engage with global communications strategy and storytelling. Interns will play a vital role in strengthening the UN’s messaging through innovative, data-informed, and impact-driven communication efforts.
Interns will support the department’s outreach via key platforms including the UN DESA website, UN DESA Voice (the external newsletter), DESAlert (the internal newsletter), and social media channels such as Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, and LinkedIn.
This internship provides hands-on experience in digital communications, event coverage, social media management, and multimedia content creation—essential skills for anyone aspiring to a future career in international public information and development communication.
📍 Work Location and Duration
- Duty Station: New York, United States
- Work Arrangement: Full-time (35 hours per week)
- Duration: 2 to 6 months
- Compensation: Unpaid
Interns will work five days a week under the supervision of communication professionals within the SPCS, collaborating on real-time projects that contribute directly to UN DESA’s global narrative and digital presence.
🧭 Key Responsibilities
Interns selected for this position will support a range of communications and outreach tasks, including:
- News and Story Development: Attend UN events, seminars, and meetings, conducting interviews and drafting articles for the UN DESA website and UN DESA Voice.
- Social Media Management: Craft engaging posts for DESA’s platforms and help maintain active and authentic engagement with global audiences.
- Creative Design Support: Produce digital and print-ready content using Photoshop, Canva, InDesign, and similar tools.
- Research and Strategy: Analyze audience engagement trends and propose data-driven recommendations for new media strategies.
- Translation and Localization: Translate web content into other UN official languages, including Arabic, French, Spanish, Chinese, and Russian.
- Event Promotion and Coverage: Assist in publicizing and documenting DESA-led conferences and initiatives.
🎯 Learning Outcomes
By the end of the internship, participants will have gained:
- Hands-on experience working in a UN communication environment.
- Skills in strategic communication, digital storytelling, and content creation.
- Exposure to international collaboration and policy communication frameworks.
- The opportunity to contribute to the global goals of the United Nations.
This internship serves as an invaluable stepping stone for students and graduates aspiring to careers in international relations, journalism, public affairs, and global communications.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet one of the following academic criteria:
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate program (second university degree or equivalent or higher).
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s degree).
No professional work experience is required, but candidates should demonstrate a strong academic background and a keen interest in communications and development work.
🛠️ Required Skills
Ideal candidates will possess:
- Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms (e.g., Drupal, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva, Trello).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to draft news articles and social media content.
- A creative mindset for data-driven storytelling and strategic foresight.
- An understanding of UN communication standards and ethical guidelines.
🌏 Languages
- Required: Fluency in English (written and spoken).
- Desirable: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
🕊️ Why This Internship Matters
The UN DESA Public Information Internship represents more than just professional experience—it’s an opportunity to contribute to global governance, sustainable development, and international collaboration.
Through this internship, participants become part of a community that helps bridge global policy with local impact, translating the UN’s mission into accessible and engaging public information.
It is also an invaluable opportunity for young communicators to observe how the UN leverages digital diplomacy, multimedia storytelling, and strategic outreach to shape global discourse.
📢 Application Process
Interested candidates should apply online via the official United Nations Careers Portal by November 24, 2025.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare the following:
- A CV/resume highlighting relevant skills and academic background.
- Proof of enrollment or degree completion.
- A brief cover letter describing motivation, relevant experience, and career goals.
🧭 About the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) plays a central role in the UN’s efforts to promote sustainable development globally. It supports international cooperation, policy analysis, and capacity-building on economic, social, and environmental issues.
Through its nine specialized divisions, UN DESA works to advance the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, fostering collaboration between governments, civil society, and the private sector.
🚀 Apply Now
If you’re a passionate communicator, storyteller, or digital innovator ready to make an impact on the global stage, this is your moment.
👉 Apply Now on the UN Careers Portal
📅 Deadline: November 24, 2025
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