Strategic Communications and Outreach Intern

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency • Washington, DC

18d • Onsite

About The Position

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is seeking applicants for a part-time or full-time internship with the Strategic Communications and Outreach Unit at Multi-Country Office Washington. Established in December 1950, UNHCR is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for asylum-seekers, refugees, returnees, internally displaced communities and stateless people. Every year, millions of men, women and children are forced to flee their homes to escape conflict and persecution. For 75 years, UNHCR continues to use its long expertise to protect and care for millions.

The U.S. Strategic Communications and Outreach team provides information on global refugee crises and UNHCR’s role protecting and assisting refugees to U.S. and Caribbean media outlets and engages U.S. audiences through strategic partnerships, digital outreach, campaigns, exhibits and events.

The intern will gain unique knowledge about UNHCR’s global role, capabilities, programs, and impact, and the role of communications and outreach in achieving UNHCR’s mandate.

Requirements

• Be either a recent graduate (having completed their studies within two years of applying) or a current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by IAU/UNESCO
• Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant or of interest to the work of UNHCR
• All applicants must be legally residing in the United States and possess a valid work permit (Employment Authorization Document - EAD) or permanent resident status at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in multimedia production tools and software, such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, InDesign or Premiere Pro
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Possess an understanding of journalism, media relations and communications
• Demonstrated commitment or strong interest in international relations, refugee issues, and humanitarian response
• Superior command of the English language with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal supervision. Attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Support staff with outreach, including media relations, digital media, multi-media projects, events, exhibits and campaigns to ensure public awareness and support for refugees and UNHCR’s work
• Assist in the production of multimedia projects, graphic design, digital media
• Assist in the management of multimedia content
• Assist with monitoring media coverage of UNHCR’s work, refugees, asylum-seekers, and humanitarian assistance
• Research and respond to information requests from the general public
• Attend relevant external events and prepare summaries of content
• Undertake other projects as needed to further assist the U.S. Strategic Communications and Outreach team’s work.

Benefits

• Interns who do not receive financial support from an outside party will receive an allowance to partially help to cover the cost of food, local transportation and living expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed