Internship in Communication and Information Sector from UNESCO in France

UNESCO offers an internship opportunity in communication and information sector in Paris for 1 to 6 months. The communication and information sector strives to foster freedom of expression, media development, and access to information and knowledge in line with UNESCO’s mandate to “promote the free flow of ideas by word and image”. Their programs directly contribute to achieve the set out in the 2030 agenda for sustainable development, with specific attention to the social, political and economic mutations of the digital age. The intern will be selected according to their specialization and needs of the sector.

Eligibility:

You must have:

1. Accountability and communication skills.
2. Innovation and knowledge sharing and continuous improvement skills.
3. Planning and organizing skills.
4. Teamwork skill.
5. Completed university studies (bachelor's degree or equivalent) at a university or equivalent institution prior to commencing the assignment.
6. Enrolled in a graduate program (second university degree or master's degree or equivalent, or higher), at the time of application or have graduated with a university degree (first or second degree as defined above), and must start the internship within one-year of graduation.
7. Be at least 20 years old.
8. An excellent command in both written and spoken skills of English or French. A working knowledge of the other language (English or French) is an asset, and may be required for internships in secretarial and assistantship assignments at the headquarters.
9. An excellent knowledge of computer systems and office-related software.
10. The ability to work well in a team and adapt to an international working environment.
11. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
12. Proof of health insurance coverage from a valid major global medical insurance company for the duration of the internship.
13. Provide a medical certificate of good health prior to starting the internship.
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About UNESCO:

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) based in Paris, founded in 1945. Its declared purpose is to contribute to peace and security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms in order to increase universal respect for justice, the rule of law, and human rights along with fundamental freedom proclaimed in the United Nations charter. UNESCO pursues its objectives through five major programs: education, natural sciences, social/human sciences, culture and communication/information. 

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