UN ESCAP Communications Internship: Build Digital Outreach and Multimedia Experience

UN ESCAP is recruiting a Communications and Digital Outreach Intern in Bangkok. The three-to-six-month placement is unpaid, with applications due by 30 October 2026.

Programme overview

Job opening 284384 supports public information, digital outreach and multimedia content. The placement is designed for full-time, in-person work of 37.5 hours weekly, with supervision from communications professionals.

Who is eligible?

Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed either a graduate programme or the final year of a bachelor’s-level programme. A related study field is required, but professional experience is not mandatory.

English fluency and familiarity with office, social-media and multimedia tools are required. Writing and design/video software skills are desirable; another UN language is an advantage.

Benefits and costs

The benefit is practical exposure to UN communications work. There is no salary: interns or sponsoring institutions bear travel, visa, accommodation and living costs. Discuss any required immigration permission before accepting.

How to apply

Submit through the official UN recruitment portal, using opening 284384. Describe relevant skills with concrete examples and links to appropriate work samples where possible.

Deadline

30 October 2026.

Practical preparation

Build a realistic budget before pursuing an unpaid overseas placement. For a portfolio, select a few strong pieces and briefly explain your contribution, audience and editorial choices. Avoid including confidential material or unlicensed images. Make sure any public links open correctly without granting access to unrelated private files.

Official application

Read the official vacancy and apply with ESCAP.

Verified on 14 October 2026. Check the live notice before applying, as recruitment details can change.