INTERNSHIP

VACANCY NOTICE NO : INTERNSHIP / 2025 / TCG / S 1

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION : 23 July 2025

29 day(s) until closing deadline - Internships POST

INTERNSHIP GRADE

N / A DUTY STATION

Geneva, Switzerland COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY

1 September 2025

or as soon as possible thereafter NATURE OF APPOINTMENT

Internship ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT

Technical Coordination and GFCS Support Unit (TCG)

Services Department WMO is committed to achieving diversity and a balanced workforce. Applications are welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The WMO Youth Team is experiencing a significant increase in communication demands in the lead-up to the Youth Action Plan launch. With growing requests for support across events, campaigns, and outreach materials, additional capacity is essential to ensure timely and impactful engagement. This includes managing the new WMO youth podcast, expanding social media and newsletter content, and supporting the coordination of youth-focused events. The incumbent will perform the following duties :

a) Content Creation & Management : Develop and schedule youth-focused social media content, newsletters, and web updates; monitor engagement metrics and support internal knowledge sharing.

b) Event & Campaign Support : Assist with communication and logistics for major youth events (e.g., COP, consultations), including real-time coverage and visual documentation.

c) Podcast Coordination : Manage podcast production schedules and guest logistics; draft briefs, promotional materials, and summaries while supporting editing and post-production.

d) Documentation & Outreach : Take notes and create event summaries; maintain mailing lists and contribute to outreach materials that amplify youth engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Higher education degree obtained in graphic design, communication, multimedia design, information design, digital media, environmental communication, or a related field.

Experience

• Demonstrated interest in youth engagement, climate change, or science communication.
• Experience with content creation and social media management.
• Strong written and visual communication skills.
• Proficiency in tools such as Canva, Mailchimp, or podcast editing software is an asset.
• Organized, proactive, and able to work in a multicultural team environment.

Other requirements

• Interest in climate science or environmental issues.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools, platforms, and design challenges as needed.
• Some knowledge of the activities of WMO or other United Nations agencies.

Languages

Excellent knowledge of English (both oral and written). Knowledge of other official languages of the Organization would be an advantage.

Note : The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.) Additional Information :

Applications should be made online through the WMO e-recruitment system at public.

Do not send your application via multiple routes. Only applicants in whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and / or an interview.

Date of issue of vacancy notice : 23 June 2025