2026 Internship Public Information in United Nations | Graphic Designer | UNIC Mexico City | Apply by 25 January

United Nations Public Information Internship (Graphic Designer) 2026 - Mexico City | Apply by 25 January 2026

Organization	United Nations Information Centre (UNIC Mexico)
Office	Department of Global Communications
Post Name	Public Information Intern - Graphic Designer
Category & Level	Internship, I-1
Duty Station	Mexico City, Mexico
Work Location	Onsite (UNIC Mexico Office)
Contract Duration	6 months
Salary/Stipend	Not remunerated (Unpaid)
Last Date to Apply	25 January 2026

The United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Mexico is responsible for communicating the work of the United Nations to the Mexican public. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the UNIC Director and/or the National Information Officer (NIO). This role supports strategic communication efforts across Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

The internship is unpaid and full-time (35 hours per week) for a duration of 6 months. It offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in multimedia production, strategic communication, and digital outreach within the UN system.

• Multimedia Production & Design:
  • Assist in the production of multimedia stories, digital, and audiovisual assets for web and social media accounts.
  • Draft and edit written, audiovisual, and digital content for web, social media, and print in Spanish and English.
  • Assist with research, drafting, and production of communication products.
• Strategic Communication & Outreach:
  • Assist in outreach efforts to various publics using traditional and new digital means of communication.
  • Support the strategic communication of the UN in Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
  • Assist in the coordination of communication activities of UN System agencies in Mexico.
• Event Coordination & Liaison:
  • Assist in the daily liaison with civil society, academia, and NGOs in Mexico, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.
  • Collaborate with the public and private sectors in organizing activities on UN issues.
  • Assist in preparing the organization of events and cooperate with civil society on information issues.

• Education Status: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
  • Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent).
• Experience: No professional working experience is required.

No specific age limit is mentioned; eligibility is strictly based on current academic enrollment or recent graduation status.

Candidates must be enrolled in or have recently completed a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD programme. Backgrounds in Graphic Design, Communications, Multimedia, or related fields are highly relevant.

• Software Skills: Good knowledge of multimedia production programmes is required (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, CapCut, Canva, or related). Good knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, and Teams is also required.
• Desirable Skills: Programming skills to develop AR or VR products. Knowledge of Boolean queries and media/social media listening tools/analytics.
• Languages: Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required. Fluency in English is desirable.

Post	Duty Station	Duration	Work Type
Public Information Intern - Graphic Designer	Mexico City, Mexico	6 Months	Full-time / Onsite

No category-wise breakdown is provided. The UN encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

No Fee. The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, or training).

• Date Posted: 26 December 2025
• Application Deadline: 25 January 2026
• Duration: 6 months

• Remuneration: Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
• Expenses: Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution.
• Visa: Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Mexico may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.

• Review of applications based on eligibility and technical qualifications (Portfolio/Skills).
• Candidates should ensure their training/skills align with the benefit to the United Nations.

• Visit the official job page at careers.un.org.
• Click "Apply Now" to create or log in to your Inspira account.
• Complete the application form and ensure you highlight your multimedia software skills (Adobe Suite, etc.).
• Submit before 25 January 2026.

• Apply Online: Click Here to Apply
• UN Main Site: www.un.org

• Is this internship paid? No, UN interns are not financially remunerated.
• Where is the duty station? Mexico City, Mexico.
• Is Spanish required? Yes, fluency in oral and written Spanish is required.
• What software skills are needed? Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, CapCut, and Canva.
• Is there an application fee? No, the UN does not charge any fees.
• Can recent graduates apply? Yes, if you have completed your degree recently or are enrolled in a second degree.