Position Overview

The Partnerships & Engagement Intern will support United Nations Foundation partnerships and engagements, communications projects, and events. This includes meeting preparation, communications and outreach, relationship management support, research, and tracking. The intern will be integral in assisting with the Foundation’s preparations for the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly in September 2024, including the Summit of the Future. as well as partnership management and project coordination of the Global Goals Week coalition.

The Partnerships & Engagement Intern will work with various teams across the Foundation, UN departments and agencies, external partners, and the creative community. The intern will be a member of the New York Public Affairs team, reporting to the Advisor, Partnerships & Special Initiatives.

This is a paid opportunity and offers a rate of $17.50/hour for individuals currently enrolled in or recently graduated from (within 8 months of graduation) an associate degree or bachelor’s degree program; and $20/hour for individuals currently enrolled in a graduate program.

This position is based out of the New York Office.

Essential Functions

• Support a wide range of partnerships, engagements and events related to the Foundation’s activations around the UN General Assembly (UNGA) and the Summit of the Future, e.g., planning and preparation, note-taking, tracking, research, writing, etc.
• Project support for the Global Goals Week initiative, involving partner meeting coordination and material preparation, database management, and communications support.
• Provide support for a pan-UN Foundation Summit of the Future activation.
• Assist with creative community partnerships (e.g., digital influencers, social media brands, entertainment companies, media) and engagements through research, communications and outreach, and tracking.
• Support priority UN Foundation events and community convenings, e.g., coordinating logistics, conducting research, liaising internally and externally, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Selection Criteria

• Candidate must be enrolled in a degree-granting program during the internship or must be a recent graduate (within 8 months of graduation) of a college or university.
• Background in communications, public relations, events, and non-profit work will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of or interest in international development will be an advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent project coordination skills, organization skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and handle stress.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Drive, etc.) essential.
• Familiarity with WordPress and/or Mailchimp will be an advantage.
• Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
• Must have a personal laptop computer and access to the internet.
• Must be available to work a maximum of 19 hours per week during Eastern work hours.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.