The World Food Programme (WFP) is recruiting a Media and Communications Intern for its London Office, with applications open until 08 November 2026. The 8-month internship is expected to start on 4 January 2027 and carries a monthly stipend of up to US$1,000 depending on the duty station. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the vacancy and set out each duty, requirement and condition below.
The World Food Programme at a Glance
The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks.
People are at the heart of its work. WFP's vision for its future workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
WFP also shares its latest news on YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok.
The Five Values WFP Staff Live By
💎 Integrity
🤝 Collaboration
🔗 Commitment
🌻 Humanity
🏘️ Inclusion
Why WFP Says You Should Join
🏅 WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate
🌐 It offers a highly inclusive, diverse and multicultural working environment
📚 It invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship and other programmes, as well as internal mobility opportunities
🗺️ A career path at WFP offers the chance to work across country, regional and global offices around the world, with passionate colleagues who work to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe
🧾 WFP describes its compensation package as attractive, with the details for this internship set out in the terms and conditions below
Why the London Office Matters for WFP's Media Work
The London Office plays a key role in fostering strategic partnerships and engaging UK stakeholders, including the Government, parliament, media, private sector, academia, civil society and the public.
London is a global communications hub, with many UK-based media outlets accessed across the world, so engagement with the media in London is particularly important for WFP. The organization is looking for an experienced, dynamic intern to support the UK Lead in raising awareness and support for its work. The intern will assist with creating tailored content, both online and offline, and will help to build brand recognition among key stakeholders across the UK.
Internship Details at a Glance
🏷️ Title of post: Media and Communications Intern
👤 Supervisor: UK Media and Communications Lead
🏢 Unit: Public Partnerships Division
📍 City and country: London, United Kingdom
🗓️ Duration: 8 months
🚀 Expected start date: Monday, 4 January 2027, with some flexibility
Daily Media and Communications Duties
Under the direct supervision of the UK Media and Communications Lead, the intern will support the London Office with the following key duties:
📰 Carry out daily media monitoring, analysing the UK media landscape and identifying trends, risks and opportunities for proactive and reactive engagement
🎬 Produce social media content, including stories from the field, UK aid worker profiles and social media packages
💼 Manage the London Office LinkedIn account and support the London Director with content generation
🌏 Collaborate with WFP Country Offices to gather and produce stories, testimonials and multimedia assets that showcase the impact of WFP's programmes
📢 Liaise with the FCDO Communications team to amplify the visibility of UK-funded WFP programmes, regularly sharing content and coordinating around major visits, announcements and events
🎟️ Coordinate occasional events, managing logistics, invitations and preparations
🌱 Support the UK Media and Communications Lead to cultivate and expand relationships, particularly beyond traditional outlets and among influencers
📝 Assist with gathering information for press releases, media advisories, op-eds, posts and talking points
🌟 Work with the London Office Director and the UK Media and Communications Lead to coordinate outputs from WFP Goodwill Ambassadors, including preparation for announcements and consistent social media content
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Parliamentary and Stakeholder Tasks You May Take On
The intern may also be required to:
🏛️ Monitor parliamentary debates, parliamentary questions tabled and wider political developments relevant to WFP priorities
📄 Support the drafting of briefing materials, stakeholder engagement notes and parliamentary outreach activities as required
🎤 Attend relevant parliamentary, NGO, think tank and sector events to strengthen stakeholder engagement and identify advocacy opportunities
Who Can Apply: Qualifications and Experience
🎓 Currently enrolled in an undergraduate programme (minimum 2 years completed) or a graduate programme, or recently graduated from a recognized university (within 6 months prior to the application to the internship programme)
📆 University course attendance in the past 12 months
🗣️ Fluency in both oral and written English
🔤 Working knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian plus Portuguese) is an asset
📖 Education in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations or a related field
📡 Understanding of the UK media landscape, ideally with some experience in a newsroom or communications department
💻 Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Soft Skills and WFP Competencies
💬 Excellent written and verbal communication skills
🧭 Strong news judgement and the ability to see the bigger picture
🎨 Ability to use social media tools such as Canva to produce content
💡 Ability to think creatively and strategically
🐝 Team spirit, good organisational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to take initiative
🗳️ Knowledge of UK politics, foreign and development policy and current affairs would be an advantage
Supervision and Mentoring During the Internship
🔎 The intern works under the direct supervision of the UK Media and Communications Lead and receives close mentoring, guidance and technical supervision
📈 Performance planning and reviews, as well as learning and development discussions, are a key part of the supervision
👔 The Director of the London Office is the second-level supervisor
🚪 A comprehensive induction package supports the intern in rapidly becoming a productive member of the team
Training and What You Will Learn
🖥️ WFP interns have access to an industry-leading learning platform, WeLearn, throughout their assignment
🏫 Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, interns may participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate
🎯 By the end of the assignment, the intern should have a greater understanding of WFP's work and its role within the wider humanitarian system
Stipend, Costs and Other Terms
For a broader look at how paid placements differ from grant-funded ones, see our guide to paid internships abroad.
💵 Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP of up to a maximum of US$1,000 per month, depending on the duty station of assignment
🏠 WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas and related costs
✈️ WFP will reimburse travel tickets for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country
📜 WFP will recognise educational credentials from institutions certified by competent international or national authorities, such as UNESCO or Ministries of Education
🚷 Candidates who are the son, daughter, brother or sister of a WFP staff member are not eligible to apply
Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation
WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.
♿ WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. The contact address is listed in the final section of this post.
WFP's Leadership Framework sets the common standards of behaviour that guide how its people work together to accomplish its mission.
How to Apply
🖱️ All applications must be submitted exclusively through WFP's online recruiting system. CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn or any other channel are not considered.
🧩 WFP strongly recommends that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, with all sections filled in, including employment history, academic qualifications, language skills and UN grade (if applicable). Once the profile is complete, apply and submit your application.
📎 At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter.
🗂️ Additional documents, such as your passport, certificates or recommendation letters, may be requested later in the process.
📞 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.
🛠️ A dedicated address exists for technical issues with an application only. Unsolicited applications or documents sent there will not receive a reply.
No Fees and Protecting Your Personal Data
🚫 The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. If you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, disregard it.
🔐 Emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced, so applicants are advised to take particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
Selection Principles and Appointment Restrictions
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment and abuse of authority.
🔍 All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
⛔ No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the WFP Media and Communications Internship start and how long does it last?
The internship lasts 8 months. The expected start date is Monday, 4 January 2027, with some flexibility.
Is this WFP London internship paid?
Yes. Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP of up to a maximum of US$1,000 per month, depending on the duty station of assignment. WFP is not responsible for living expenses, accommodation, necessary visas or related costs.
What is the exact closing time for applications?
Applications close on 08 November 2026 at 23:59 United Kingdom time (London). All applications must be submitted through WFP's online recruiting system.
Can recent graduates apply?
Yes, if they graduated from a recognized university within 6 months prior to the application to the internship programme. Current undergraduates with a minimum of 2 years completed and current graduate students can also apply, and university course attendance in the past 12 months is required.
What documents do I need to apply?
At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents such as your passport, certificates or recommendation letters may be requested later in the process.
Do I need newsroom experience?
Understanding of the UK media landscape is required, ideally with some experience in a newsroom or communications department. Knowledge of UK politics, foreign and development policy and current affairs would be an advantage.
Which languages are required?
Fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian plus Portuguese) is an asset.
Will WFP pay for my travel to London?
WFP will reimburse travel tickets for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country. Visas and related costs are not WFP's responsibility.
Who supervises the intern?
The intern works under the direct supervision of the UK Media and Communications Lead, who provides close mentoring, guidance and technical supervision. The Director of the London Office is the second-level supervisor.
Deadline
⏳ 08 November 2026
Links
Apply on the WFP recruiting system: https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/wfp/job_openings/job/London-United-Kingdom/Internship---Media-and-Communications--Partnership-Team---WFP-London-Office--UK_JR127797
WFP website: https://www.wfp.org
Technical issues with an application: global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org
Reasonable accommodation requests: global.inclusion@wfp.org
