The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has opened applications for its Communication Internship at the Asia-Pacific Regional Office (APRO) in Bangkok, Thailand. This is an exciting opportunity for students and recent graduates who are passionate about communications, journalism, digital media, international development, and the work of the United Nations.
The internship offers hands-on experience supporting one of the world’s leading UN agencies in designing and implementing regional communication campaigns, managing digital platforms, creating editorial content, analyzing communication performance, and contributing to high-impact advocacy initiatives across Asia and the Pacific.
Application Deadline: 11 July 2026
About UNFPA
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the UN’s lead agency dedicated to ensuring:
- Every pregnancy is wanted.
- Every childbirth is safe.
- Every young person’s potential is fulfilled.
Through its 2026–2029 Strategic Plan, UNFPA is accelerating progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by focusing on four major outcomes:
- Ending the unmet need for family planning
- Ending preventable maternal deaths
- Ending gender-based violence and harmful practices
- Responding to demographic changes through evidence-based and rights-focused policies
As part of this mission, UNFPA is looking for talented interns who are eager to contribute to meaningful global development initiatives while building valuable professional experience.
Internship Location
- Duty Station: Bangkok, Thailand
- Office: UNFPA Asia-Pacific Regional Office (APRO)
- Work Schedule: Full-time
- Position Type: Internship Programme
- Grade: P1
What Will You Do?
During the internship, you will work under the direct supervision of the Communications Specialist and the Regional Communications Adviser.
Your responsibilities will include supporting communication activities across the Asia-Pacific region.
Social Media Management
You will assist in managing UNFPA APRO’s official digital platforms, including:
- X (formerly Twitter)
- YouTube
Responsibilities include:
- Preparing approved content
- Scheduling posts
- Monitoring engagement
- Supporting day-to-day platform management
Content Creation
Interns will help produce engaging communication materials such as:
- Web stories
- Human-interest features
- Blogs
- Articles
- Social media posts
You will also assist with copy editing to ensure consistent messaging and high editorial quality.
Communication Campaigns
You will contribute to planning and coordinating regional communication campaigns that promote UNFPA’s work across Asia and the Pacific.
This includes supporting:
- Awareness campaigns
- Advocacy initiatives
- Regional communications projects
Digital Analytics
Interns will monitor communication performance across digital platforms by:
- Tracking engagement metrics
- Producing monthly analytics reports
- Measuring audience reach
- Supporting evidence-based communication planning
Event Coordination
The internship also includes logistical and administrative support for:
- Regional events
- Communication activities in Thailand
- Online webinars
- International meetings
- Campaign launches
Content Planning
You will collaborate with UNFPA country offices by:
- Collecting upcoming stories
- Updating editorial calendars
- Maintaining content planners
- Coordinating communication schedules
Administrative Support
Additional responsibilities may include:
- Conducting background research
- Organizing communication files
- Assisting with project coordination
- Supporting online and in-person communication activities
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet one of the following educational requirements:
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme; or
- Be a second-year or higher undergraduate student; or
- Be a recent university graduate who begins the internship within one year of graduation.
Applicants should also:
- Demonstrate strong interest in international development
- Have excellent written and spoken English
- Be adaptable to multicultural working environments
- Build positive professional relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds
Preferred Background
UNFPA encourages applications from candidates with education in:
- Communications
- Journalism
- International Relations
- Public Relations
- Media
- Development Studies
- Related disciplines
Candidates with volunteer or internship experience in:
- United Nations agencies
- NGOs
- Development organizations
- Community initiatives
will have an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies
Successful applicants should possess:
- Excellent writing skills
- Strong analytical abilities
- Research experience
- Editing skills
- Social media management knowledge
- Familiarity with digital communication tools
- Good organizational skills
- Initiative and sound judgement
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams
Learning Opportunities
This internship provides extensive professional development through practical experience within a UN regional office.
Participants will gain experience in:
- UN communications strategies
- Regional advocacy campaigns
- International development programming
- Social media management
- Editorial content production
- Knowledge management
- Partnership development
- Project coordination
- Cross-cultural collaboration
Interns will also have opportunities to build professional networks with:
- UN colleagues
- Country offices
- Development partners
- Regional communication professionals
Financial Support
Although this internship is unpaid, eligible interns receive financial assistance.
UNFPA Provides
- A stipend to help cover basic daily living expenses (for interns not already receiving financial support from another institution)
Interns Must Cover
- Accommodation
- Travel
- Visa expenses (where applicable)
- Living expenses beyond the stipend
- Medical insurance
Applicants must have valid medical insurance before beginning the internship.
Diversity and Inclusion
UNFPA is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applications from:
- Women
- Persons with disabilities
- Indigenous peoples
- LGBTQIA+ individuals
- Minority ethnic communities
- Other underrepresented groups
Reasonable accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.
Why Apply?
This internship offers an outstanding opportunity to:
- Gain professional experience with a United Nations agency
- Build expertise in international communications
- Work on regional campaigns with global impact
- Develop digital communication and social media skills
- Learn about international development and humanitarian communication
- Expand your professional network across Asia-Pacific and the UN system
- Strengthen your CV for future UN and international organization careers
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