POSITION: Communications Intern

ORGANIZATION: UN Global Compact Network USA (Network USA)

LOCATION: New York, NY (Hybrid)  

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time  

SALARY RANGE: The part-time temporary position (10 – 15 hours per week) will run for 4 months for a weekly stipend of $20/hour. The position will start in January 2026 at a date agreed upon by Network USA and the selected candidate.

TO APPLY: Along with your cover letter and resume, please submit three examples of social media graphics you’ve designed or helped create and their accompanying captions to jobs@globalcompactusa.org with 'Communications Intern’ as the subject line.

Please note that Network USA is not in a position to sponsor visas at this time. We kindly ask that you only apply to this role if you have the right to work in the United States.

ABOUT UN GLOBAL COMPACT NETWORK USA

UN Global Compact Network USA is the U.S. Chapter of the United Nations Global Compact, the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world. We are a powerful network of companies and stakeholders dedicated to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. By connecting our partners with the resources of the greater United Nations, we support companies that are committed to fully integrating our principles of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption into their business strategies and operations.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the Communications Intern at Network USA, you will work with and report to the Brand & Marketing Coordinator. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with Social Media Content Development: Helping create and schedule social media posts, including graphics and captions, to enhance the organization’s online presence and engagement.
• Create Monthly Social Media Metric Reports: Compile and analyze social media performance data each month, generating reports with key metrics, insights, and recommendations.
• Manage Content Tracker: Update content tracker weekly to ensure social media posts and other communications include and emphasize Network USA’s value add and the business case for our programmatic offerings.
• Update Website: Partner with Communications staff to update Network USA’s website with current news, events, and general maintenance to ensure accurate, timely content.
• Communications Support & Messaging: Support the creation and development of communications materials and projects, collaborating with internal teams to align content with organizational objectives and messaging priorities.
• News Monitoring: Monitor media and give regular updates to Communications teams on topics such as corporate sustainability, UN/US relations, etc.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS:

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with experience in drafting emails, reports, and social media content for business audiences.
• Content Creation & Digital Engagement: Proven ability to create and manage content for social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, X), as well as digital materials such as blogs, newsletters, and promotional campaigns.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and priorities are effectively managed.
• Social Media Analytics: Analytical skills to track social media performance, assess trends, and optimize strategies for increased engagement and brand awareness.
• Design Proficiency: Competence in Canva to create engaging, visually appealing content.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team, while being proactive in contributing to project success.

The Network USA office is headquartered in New York City. This position is open to remote candidates.  

Network USA is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Network USA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Network USA are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Network USA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.