UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, hope

The UNICEF Internship Programme offers qualified and eligible students at both Headquarters (HQ) and Country Offices (CO) the unique opportunity to acquire direct practical experience in UNICEF’s work and the United Nations system under the direct supervision of experienced UNICEF staff.

How can you make a difference?

Purpose of the assignment

The Division of Public Partnerships (PPD) works to enhance UNICEF’s role as a partner of choice for advancing children’s rights with governments and public entities worldwide. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in PPD Seoul’s operations and the United Nations system. Under the guidance of the Advocacy and Communication Specialist, the intern will support the office’s advocacy, communication, and visibility initiatives.

Specific tasks:

Under the supervision of the Advocacy and Communication Specialist, PPD Seoul, the intern will:

• Support the team in enhancing donor visibility and promoting UNICEF’s advocacy messages by gathering and organizing information for key stakeholders and media.
• Collect visibility materials such as press releases, high-resolution images, human interest stories, social media posts, B-roll footage, and interviews.
• Organize and maintain a database or library of collected materials for easy access and future use.
• Review and curate collected materials, ensuring they meet quality standards and adhere to brand guidelines.
• Update and maintain the PPD Seoul office’s website (www.unicef.org/gok) and social media accounts as needed.
• Support the conceptualization, planning, coordination, execution, digital content creation, and monitoring and evaluation of digital initiatives.
• Assist in translating UNICEF messages, press releases, and other publications.
• Assist in coordinating all tasks related to high-level visits from UNICEF headquarters, regional offices, and country offices.
• Provide logistical support for events, consultations, and workshops, including coordinating bookings and managing schedules.
• Help monitor press coverage related to Government of Korea-funded humanitarian grants, children’s rights, and domestic issues in both South and North Korea.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Candidates with the following additional skills are highly desirable:

• Proficiency in English and Korean
• PowerPoint/Canva Expertise: Proficiency in PowerPoint/Canva is highly desirable, with the ability to create professional, visually appealing presentations, including designing complex slides with graphics, charts, and infographics.
• Drupal CMS: Experience with or knowledge of UNICEF’s content management system, Drupal, for managing content on UNICEF websites is highly desirable.
• Design Skills: A strong understanding of visual design principles is essential, particularly for creating compelling and user-friendly visuals. Familiarity with design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator or similar) is an asset.
• Attention to Detail: Precision is crucial for tasks involving data updates and presentation formatting. The intern should be detail-oriented and capable of ensuring accuracy in all visual materials.
• Communication Skills: The ability to collaborate with team members, understand their needs, and communicate complex ideas clearly through visuals is essential. The intern should also be comfortable presenting their work and incorporating feedback.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Currently enrolled in a university or a graduate school or those who graduated from schools within two years. Professional experiences are desirable.
• Availability to work at least 4 days per week for up to 6 months.
• Interested in UNICEF’s areas of operation such as child rights, child protection, education, health, nutrition, water and sanitation, gender, and so on.
• Experience and/or knowledge of international cooperation as well as humanitarian and development assistance.
• Experience of translating communication materials is highly desirable.
• Experience in public relations and/or event management is an asset.
• Experience of managing a website and social media is an asset.
• A high level of proficiency in both written and oral languages of English and Korean is required.
• Ability to work with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Core Values | UNICEF Careers

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks: 

This is a full-time internship with a maximum duration of 6 months. The expected start date is Monday, 3 February, and the duty station is Seoul, Republic of Korea.

In line with UNICEF’s guidelines, interns will receive a monthly stipend of KRW 1,500,000.

Please note that there is no expectation of employment following the internship.

Interns may be required to provide their own laptop.

The selected candidate is solely responsible for ensuring that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid).

How to apply:

Applicants are requested to apply through this online system by 19 January 2025.  When you apply, please attach your CV (both in English and Korean) and a cover letter in English to state the majors/areas of your study and the reason for your application.  Kindly note that applications without an attached Korean resume will not be considered.

Please specify when and how often you are available for work during the proposed period (February 2025 – July 2025) in your cover letter.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Advertised: 31 Dec 2024 Korea Standard Time
Deadline: 26 Jan 2025 Korea Standard Time

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements