MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Washington, D.C.
Application Deadline: October 15
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Regional Representation in Washington, DC, seeks volunteer interns to assist in its Communications department during Spring semester 2013.
Interns will assist with advocacy and public awareness outreach to the general public, media, foundations, universities and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) regarding UNHCR protection and assistance programs and the needs of refugees and asylum seekers.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
UNHCR is looking for an intern with a background in journalism, communications, media relations, social media, multi-media skills, including video editing, sound editing and some content creation for the web. Training will be provided, however, it is preferable that applicants have some multi-media/new media skills in advance.
Qualifications and Experience:
It is essential that interns possess a superior command of English with excellent written and oral communication skills. Word processing, database and internet computer skills, knowledge of international affairs and refugee situations are highly desirable. Interest and experience in communications preferred. Undergraduate or graduate students please apply. A sense of humor is welcome. Journalism students desired.
Duration:
We’re hoping to bring in a dynamic pro-active journalism/international affairs intern to start in January.
Part time internships are available, with a minimum of 20 hours per week (2.5 days per week) on a semester/summer basis.
Deadline for Applications:
Spring Semester: October 15 (Internship starts in January)
Applications:
Applications must be complete or they will not be considered. Please send resume, cover letter and brief writing sample and dates of availability to the Internship Coordinator, UNHCR, 1775 K St., NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20006, Fax: 202-296-5660, Email: USAWAINT@unhcr.org In your cover letter, please enter the subject line “Media and Communications Internship Spring 2013”.