United Nations is Seeking interns for Public Information Internship 2026 in Prague

United Nations Public Information Internship 2026 - Prague | Apply by 15 January 2026

Organization	United Nations – Department of Global Communications
Office	UN Information Centre (UNIC) Prague
Post Name	Intern - Public Information
Category & Level	Internship, I-1
Duty Station	Prague, Czech Republic
Work Location	In-Person, Part-Time
Contract Duration	3 months (Extension possible)
Salary/Stipend	Not remunerated (Unpaid)
Last Date to Apply	15 January 2026

The United Nations Information Centre in Prague (UNIC Prague) is the principal source of information about the United Nations system in the Czech Republic. The Centre promotes public understanding and support for the aims and activities of the United Nations by disseminating information materials to local audiences in English and Czech, engaging partners, and bringing the UN closer to the people it serves.

The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Office. This internship offers the opportunity to support the team in administration and strategic communication priorities, gaining experience in digital communication, event organization, and media relations within the UN system.

• Digital Communication & Social Media:
  • Assist in maintaining UNIC digital communication channels (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram).
  • Adapt social media assets using Canva.
  • Design and post Instagram and Facebook stories; subtitle videos.
  • Maintain a database of social media visuals and graphical elements in Trello.
• Content Management & Translation:
  • Assist in editing and adapting content for the UNIC Prague website.
  • Translate and edit content from English to Czech and vice versa.
• Event Organization & Outreach:
  • Assist in organizing public events such as education programmes, seminars, conferences, street festivals, and job fairs.
  • Assist with media monitoring and responding to public/media inquiries.
• Administrative Support:
  • Maintain the UNIC contact database (MS Excel, Mailchimp).
  • Assist with logistics, administrative agenda, and secretariat functions (incoming mail, phone calls, emails).

• 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 degree or equivalent).
• Field of Study: A field of study closely related to the internship (e.g., Public Information, Communications, Journalism, International Relations) is required.
• Experience: No professional work 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 the final year of a Bachelor's degree, or enrolled in/completed a Master's or Ph.D. programme in a relevant field.

• Language Skills: Fluency in spoken and written English AND Czech is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in digital tools such as Canva, Trello, MS Excel, and Mailchimp is highly beneficial based on the duties described.
• Competencies: Ability to work in a team, adaptability, and interest in strategic communication.

Post	Duty Station	Duration	Work Type
Intern - Public Information	Prague, Czech Republic	3 - 6 Months	In-Person, Part-Time

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: 22 December 2025
• Application Deadline: 15 January 2026
• Duration: 3 months initially, up to 6 months max

• 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 the Czech Republic may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.

• Review of applications based on eligibility and qualifications.
• Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for an interview or further assessment.

• Visit the official job page at careers.un.org.
• Click "Apply Now" to create or log in to your Inspira account.
• Complete the application, ensuring you detail your language skills (English & Czech) and relevant academic background.
• Submit before 15 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? Prague, Czech Republic.
• Is Czech language required? Yes, fluency in both spoken and written Czech and English is required for this specific post.
• Can I work remotely? The work type is listed as In-Person, Part-Time.
• Is there an application fee? No, the UN does not charge any fees.
• Who can apply? Graduate students or final-year Bachelor's students in relevant fields.