UNEP Remote Internship 2026: Communications and Events Internship, Eligibility, Responsibilities, Duration and Application Guide
Overview
This is a six-month internship in communications and events with the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI). It can be carried out remotely or from Geneva, Switzerland. UNEP FI is a partnership between the United Nations and hundreds of financial institutions, including banks, insurers and investors, and it encourages the financial sector to support sustainable development. The intern assists the teams that explain this work to audiences around the world.
The post is at the Affiliate Personnel I-1 internship level, job opening ID 282604, in the Environmental Affairs job family.
What you get
The internship gives experience across several communications disciplines rather than a single specialism. Duties include helping prepare and edit newsletters, social media posts, event announcements and website content, supporting day-to-day updates of the UNEP FI website, and contributing ideas to wider social media campaigns. The intern also monitors web and social media analytics, helps turn the figures into practical takeaways, assists with communications for virtual events and webinars, and tracks media coverage of UNEP FI and its alliances and initiatives.
Event work centres on day-to-day coordination for the UNEP FI Regional Roundtables planned for 2027. UN interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
Who can apply
The internship suits students and recent graduates with an interest in sustainability, sustainable finance, communications, journalism or international development. Professional experience is not required. English is required, and knowledge of another UN language is desirable. Strong writing skills and the ability to adapt content for different audiences are important, and skills in social media, video editing and Canva are useful.
Key dates
The vacancy was posted on August 13, 2026, and applications close on August 30, 2026.