The Communications Division of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is offering a paid internship opportunity. Visit the Internships at WIPO website for more information on interning with us.
Start date / Location / Duration:
The ideal candidate should be available to begin working full time at the Web Communications Section from January 16, 2017 at the WIPO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The initial duration of the internship is 6 months.

Main Duties
(a) Generation of content for digital and social media channels, in particular for the 2017 World IP Day campaign:
– Research and clear the rights of content material (written copy, images, etc.) for Facebook, Twitter and other social-media platforms;
-Write copy for publication on WIPO website and social media platforms;
– Coordinate the production of campaign materials such as photos, infographics, quote cards and other visuals.
(b) Assistance in social-media presence and campaign management, in particular for World IP Day 2017:
Prepare content for uploading/publication (imagery, copy, events, etc.), and schedule or publish posts;
– Monitor activity on social platforms;
– Coordinate, draft and send responses to queries from the online community;
-Compile and analyze web and social media analytics, as well as qualitative data, and incorporate in activity and performance reports.
(c) Curation of online event map for World IP Day:
-Research web and social media sources for events;
-Compile and administer event database including event title, teaser and links, and upload to Map;
-Manage communication with event organizers via e-mail and social media.
Qualifications and Competences

Essential:
– Proven excellent creative writing skills in English;
– Graduate degree in marketing, communications, or other relevant discipline;
– Ability to compile, consolidate and organize information;
– Proven research skills.

Desirable:
– Knowledge of French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian or Arabic;
– Ability to grasp new ideas and subjects quickly;
– Knowledge of/willingness to pick up basic knowledge about WIPO and IP concepts;
– Experience or training in communications and public relations;
– Experience with social media management for organizations.

To Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter by November 29, 2016 to web.communications@wipo.int (please include “Communications Intern” in the subject line)