Intern – Human Rights (Media Outreach & Spokesperson’s Office)

About the role

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is offering a full‑time, unpaid internship in its Media Outreach & Spokesperson’s Office (MOSO) in Geneva. The intern will support the Section’s work in promoting the High Commissioner’s messages through media monitoring, press‑briefing preparation and public information outreach.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor international media and compile daily clippings on OHCHR activities, Treaty Bodies and Special Procedures.
• Assist in preparing materials for press conferences, bi‑weekly briefings and other media events.
• Research current human‑rights issues to support media and public‑information products.
• Support the Deputy Spokesperson or Public Information Officer in day‑to‑day tasks.
• Contribute to the dissemination of OHCHR’s work through newsletters, press releases and social‑media content.

Required profile

• Enrolled university student or recent graduate from any academic background.
• Strong interest in the United Nations and commitment to the UN Charter and human‑rights principles.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Required skills

What we offer

• Practical experience in international media relations and human‑rights communication.
• Mentorship from senior UN officials.
• Opportunity to contribute to high‑visibility UN initiatives.
• Exposure to the work of Special Procedures and Treaty Bodies.