UNICEF Communication Internship 2026 in China: 6-Month Opportunity in Beijing

Overview

The UNICEF Communication Internship 2026 is a six-month, on-site opportunity located in Beijing, China. This placement provides practical experience in international development, journalism, digital communications, and multimedia production by contributing to UNICEF’s advocacy campaigns, storytelling, graphic design, social media content development, and video production centered on children's rights and well-being.

Who can apply

This opportunity is designed for Chinese nationals who are over 18 years old and currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree programme, or are pursuing postgraduate studies. Eligible academic fields include communication, journalism, film production, multimedia, or related disciplines. Applicants must not have immediate relatives working in any UNICEF office.

Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate strong academic performance through recent university or institutional records, or provide a reference letter from an academic supervisor if those records are unavailable. Applicants need practical experience in video shooting and editing, with specific proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro, and are encouraged to attach previous work samples. Fluency in both English and Mandarin is mandatory. Additionally, candidates must exhibit initiative, openness to constructive feedback, and the ability to operate in a multicultural environment.

How to apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official UNICEF recruitment portal before the stated closing date.

Key dates

The application deadline is 29 November 2026. The duration of the internship is six months.