UN Internship in Graphic Design, Videography and Social Media – Apply now

Applications are open for the United Nations Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA) internship in Graphic Design, Videography and Social Media. The opportunity is designed for students and recent graduates interested in public information, digital communications, visual storytelling and multimedia production.

Based in New York, the intern will work with the OSAA Communications Team and contribute to the development of visual and multimedia content supporting the office’s work on Africa’s priorities, peace, security and sustainable development.

Position Details

• Position: Intern – Graphic Design, Videography and Social Media
• Job Opening ID: 282821
• Organization: UN Office of the Special Adviser on Africa
• Job Network: Public Information
• Category: Affiliate Personnel – Internships, I-1
• Location: New York, USA
• Duration: 3–6 months
• Work arrangement: In-person and full-time, 35 hours per week, with flexibility depending on the successful candidate’s circumstances
• Posted: 12 August 2026
• Deadline: 25 August 2026

Key Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of the Communications Team, the intern may contribute to several areas, including:

• Designing and formatting OSAA publications such as factsheets, policy briefs and other knowledge products.
• Creating flyers, graphics, digital assets and other visual materials.
• Supporting video production and editing for OSAA social media platforms.
• Preparing multimedia content for the organization’s website and social media channels.
• Improving the visual presentation and layout of existing communication materials.
• Developing simple data visualizations for reports and presentations.
• Providing technical support to enhance the overall visual quality of OSAA publications and communications..

Candidates should also have knowledge of:

• Adobe Creative Suite
• Canva
• Graphic design and visual communication
• Videography and multimedia production
• Social media content development

Language Requirements

Fluency in spoken and written English is required.

Knowledge of French or another official UN language—Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish—would be an advantage.

What the Intern Will Gain

The internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience within the United Nations while working on communications related to Africa’s development priorities.

The successful intern will have the opportunity to strengthen skills in graphic design, video editing, digital communications, public information, data visualization and social media while working alongside a professional communications team.

Important Financial Information

This is an unpaid UN internship. The United Nations does not provide financial remuneration to interns.

Travel, visa, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution. Candidates who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship takes place may also need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization.

Applicants should indicate their availability for the next 3–6 months in their cover letter.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 25 August 2026.

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