United Nations Association of the National Capital Area · 10 hours ago
Communications & Design Assistant Internship - SPRING 2026
Washington, DC
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
1+ years exp
Start in 2026 SpringUnited Nations Association of the National Capital Area is a non-profit organization seeking a Communications & Design Assistant Intern for Spring 2026. The role involves supporting communications and design efforts, creating digital content, and assisting in event organization.
AssociationNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Andrew Doll
Responsibilities
Create and edit the weekly e-newsletter
Assist with maintaining and updating the UNA-NCA website
Help prepare press releases and other promotional materials
Help write, edit, and design newsletters and promotional/event materials
Write articles about UNA-NCA or partner's events to be posted on website
Maintain UNA-NCA's social media presence by posting news and information on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
Work directly with the Managing Director of Programs & Membership to design graphics and videos highlighting key aspects of the organization and the organizations programming
Create flyers and digital banners to promote UNA-NCA
Under supervision, create and design the organization's Annual Report
Develop event programs
Develop and design specific logos for various programs, events, operations
Collaborate with UNA-NCA staff as needed in creation of digital and print graphic design including digital assets for websites, print materials, and more
Help organize events, meetings and fundraisers, including securing speakers, locating venues, and managing registration
Assist volunteers and other organizations with event logistics
Assist with event publicity and outreach
Represent association at UNA-NCA and partner organization events
Qualification
Required
Detail-oriented and well-organized
1+ years' experience in an office setting, handling day-to-day administrative tasks
Strong written and oral communication skills
Customer service skills, especially via phone and email
Strong research and writing skills and experience
Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team with minimal supervision while maintaining a 'can-do' attitude
Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, where handling multiple projects at once is a necessity
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive, and Google Calendar
Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or Premiere
Benefits
You will be able to use the designs that you create in your personal design portfolio.
Company
United Nations Association of the National Capital Area
UNA-NCA is a not-for-profit membership-based organization that works with foreign policy and political decision-makers, schools of all levels, and other organizations in the National Capital Area to build knowledge, understanding, informed opinion, and new ideas on the United Nations, its specialized agencies, and its relationship with the United States.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Olivia Meade
Strategic Partnerships Coordinator
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