The United Nations Department of Global Communications is accepting applications for a Video / Graphics Intern in Public Information in the Video Section of its News and Content Branch in New York, United States. The internship lasts 2 to 6 months, is designed as a full-time, in-person placement, and applications close on 30 November 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we read the full vacancy and collected the tasks, eligibility rules and application steps in one place.
Where You Would Work
The internship sits in the Video Section of the News and Content Branch, News and Media Division, within the Department of Global Communications, under the supervision of the Chief of the Video Section. The branch is described as a multimedia service of the United Nations that promotes the universal ideals of the Organization, including peace, respect for human rights and development, and produces audio, video and multimedia products in nine languages for media organizations and audiences around the world.
Internship Format and Duration
🗽 Location: New York, with the internship designed primarily as full-time and in-person
⏳ Expected duration: 2 to 6 months
🏠 Flexibility: remote and/or part-time arrangements may be considered upon request
👩🏫 Supervision: the Chief of Section and experienced producers
📚 Experience: no previous working experience is required to apply
What You Would Do
The tasks are ad hoc, and their scope depends on your interests, skills and learning objectives as well as the needs of specific projects. According to the vacancy, you would:
🔎 Assist with research on editorial topics, audiovisual content, distribution channels, industry trends and best practices
✍️ Observe and, where appropriate, assist with script development, editorial research and preparation of video content
🎞️ Gain practical exposure to video editing and post-production, including Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as Premiere Pro and After Effects
🧩 Assist with specific editing and multimedia-related tasks as part of supervised projects
🎨 Gain exposure to graphic design, animation, captioning and other audiovisual production techniques
🎙️ Observe studio recording sessions and learn about the stages of studio and video production
The internship also gives you the chance to see how a professional video production unit works and how video content is created and distributed for different platforms.
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Who Can Apply
Applicants must meet one of these academic conditions:
🎓 Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, English or translation studies
📘 Or be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent) in one of those fields
The vacancy adds that a field of study closely related to the internship is required, and that applicants must provide proof of meeting the criteria with the application. An official certificate has to be provided at a later stage. Applicants who have completed a full internship within the UN Secretariat are not eligible.
Skills and Qualities Required
💻 Computer literacy in standard word processing and spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel or similar
🎬 Good knowledge of editing software, with Adobe Premiere Pro preferred
📊 Standard software skills, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Teams
📝 Ability to draft copy and text for social media videos, interpret speeches and develop a video story
🌐 A demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter
🤝 A demonstrated ability to interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, including willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views
Core Competencies
The vacancy lists three competencies: communication (speaking and writing clearly, listening and tailoring language to the audience), teamwork (working collaboratively and placing the team agenda before the personal agenda) and client orientation (seeing things from the client's point of view and meeting delivery timelines).
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. Fluency in English is required for this internship, and knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
Pay, Costs and Fees
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 takes place may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization, and successful candidates should discuss their visa requirements before accepting the offer. The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process, and it does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. To compare placement types before you apply, read our guide on fellowship vs internship vs traineeship.
How to Apply
A completed online application, made up of a Cover Note and a Personal History Profile, is required, and incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include:
🎓 Your degree programme (what you are currently studying)
📅 Your graduation date (when you will graduate or when you graduated)
🛠️ A list of the IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
⭐ Your top three areas of interest
🏆 A short explanation of why you are the best candidate for this specific internship
💡 A short explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme
Applications cannot be amended, added to or modified once submitted, and candidates under serious consideration are subject to reference checks. If you need accommodations during the interview process, the vacancy asks you to let the team know. More openings like this are listed in the Internship & Traineeship section on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the UN Video / Graphics internship based?
The internship is based in New York, United States, in the Video Section of the News and Content Branch of the Department of Global Communications.
Can the internship be done remotely or part-time?
It is designed primarily as a full-time, in-person internship. Remote and/or part-time arrangements may be considered upon request of the successful candidate.
How long does the internship last?
The expected duration is 2 to 6 months.
Is the internship paid?
No. Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations, and travel, visa, accommodation and living costs are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
Do I need work experience?
No previous working experience is required, but you must be a final-year bachelor's student, a master's or PhD student, or a graduate in a closely related field such as communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, English or translation studies.
Is there an application fee?
No. The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Deadline
⏳ 30 November 2026
Links
🔗 Vacancy page: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/285875?language=en
📝 Apply online (Inspira): https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=285875&languageCd=ENG
