Unpaid Internship - WSIS Forum 2027 - Junior Project Officer (High-Level Track)

ITU • Geneva, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Project Officer will support the High-Level Track of the WSIS Forum 2027 within ITU’s Strategic Planning and Membership Department. Under the supervision of a designated officer, the intern will help coordinate communications with senior participants, support preparation and delivery of the High-Level programme, and contribute to outreach and reporting. The role offers first-hand experience in international cooperation and in supporting dialogue among decision-makers on inclusive digital development. This is an unpaid, six-month, full-time, on-site internship at ITU headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, running from 18 January to 16 July 2027. Medical insurance, travel, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution.

Requirements

• University degree in international relations, business administration, communications, public relations, economics, political science, or a related field.
• Excellent English, including the ability to conduct research and produce documents through drafting and editing.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate with stakeholders from government, the private sector, civil society, and academic institutions.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in an international environment.
• Must be under 30 years of age; exceptions may be considered for candidates pursuing a Ph.D.
• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate programme, or have graduated within six months before the internship starts.
• Must be a citizen of an ITU Member State.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with high-level officials and knowledge of UN protocol.
• Knowledge of a second ITU official language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist with communication with high-level participants, including drafting correspondence and tracking stakeholder responses.
• Support preparation and execution of the High-Level programme, including creating personalized programmes for participants and coordinating with focal points.
• Assist with promotional efforts related to high-level participants.
• Contribute to outreach and promotional activities highlighting high-level participation and key messages from the WSIS Forum 2027.
• Assist in collecting information and preparing the WSIS Forum 2027 High-Level Outcomes and Executive Briefs report.
• Assist the team with day-to-day tasks required to implement work programmes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern