At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed this Internal Communications and Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Internship at the UNOG Medical Service in Geneva, Switzerland. The intern supports OSH awareness and communication at the Palais des Nations, incident reporting and data management for a maximum of 6 months from 15 January. The internship is unpaid, and fluency in English and French is required.
About the Role
The intern supports the UNOG Medical Service in strengthening Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) awareness and communication among personnel and visitors to the Palais des Nations. The intern also supports incident reporting, data management and the activities of the Incident Reporting Group (IRG), with the overall aim of strengthening preventive OSH initiatives and improving communication on OSH-related matters.
Duration and Start
⏱️ Expected duration: a maximum of 6 months.
📅 Start date: 15 January, with flexibility to discuss the exact date based on the candidate's availability and visa arrangements.
📍 Work location: Geneva.
Key Responsibilities
🦺 Develop and update OSH communication materials on the UNOG iSeek webpage.
📑 Compile and analyze incident reports received during 2026, identifying trends and recurring patterns.
📊 Support the IRG through data collection, consolidation and presentation, and follow up on the implementation of agreed actions.
🏢 Compile an overview of workplace visits conducted over the previous 2 years, including identified issues, proposed actions and feedback from concerned units.
Fields of Study and Skills
Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate programme in a related field such as Communications, Public Health, Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health or Information Management. An interest in or previous experience with occupational safety and health, prevention of work-related injuries and illnesses in the workplace, or internal communication is an asset.
✍️ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
🤝 Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
🗂️ Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
💻 Proficiency in using digital communication tools and platforms.
Who Can Apply
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
🎓 Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
🏫 Or be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent).
📚 Professional work experience is not required, but a field of study closely related to the type of internship is required.
📄 You indicate which criterion you meet and attach proof to the application, and an official certificate is requested at a later stage.
🗣️ Fluency in English and French is required. Knowledge of an additional United Nations official language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
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Costs and Funding
💸 Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
✈️ Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
🛂 Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization, and successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the offer.
🩺 Candidates are required to cover the cost of travel including visa, accommodation, health insurance and other living expenses for the duration of the internship.
No Fee at Any Stage
The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing or training), and it does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.
How to Apply
The application asks whether you have completed a UN internship before (if yes, include the UN entity and concrete dates) and whether you can cover all travel, visa, accommodation, health insurance and living expenses. You also indicate which eligibility criterion you meet and attach proof.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the UNOG Medical Service intern do?
The intern develops OSH communication materials on the UNOG iSeek webpage, analyzes incident reports received during 2026, supports the Incident Reporting Group and compiles an overview of workplace visits from the previous 2 years.
How long is the internship?
The internship lasts a maximum of 6 months, starting on 15 January with flexibility based on your availability and visa arrangements.
Which fields of study fit this internship?
Related fields include Communications, Public Health, Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health and Information Management.
Is this UN internship paid?
No. The vacancy states that interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations, and that travel, visa, accommodation, health insurance and living expenses are covered by the intern or the sponsoring institution.
Which languages do I need?
Fluency in English and French is required, and knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.
Do I need work experience?
No. Applicants to the UN Internship programme are not required to have professional work experience, but a field of study closely related to the internship is required.
Does the UN charge an application fee?
No. The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Deadline
⏳ 22 November 2026
Links
Browse all internship opportunities on Youth Works Hub.
📄 Vacancy page: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/287818?language=en
