Intern in Environment

Job Posting Organization:
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations established in 194

• Its mission is to promote the safe and orderly development of international civil aviation throughout the world. ICAO works with its 193 member states and global aviation organizations to develop international Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and to assist in their implementation. The organization focuses on various aspects of aviation, including safety, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, efficiency, and environmental protection, and operates in multiple countries across the globe, with a significant presence in the aviation sector.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position is situated within the Environment (ENV) section of the ICAO Air Transport Bureau (ATB). The primary focus of this role is to support UN coordination and outreach efforts related to aviation and environmental issues. The intern will work under the supervision of the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Deputy Director of Environment and the Chief of Climate Change and Environment Officers. The role involves engaging with various stakeholders, including potential speakers and attendees for ICAO events focused on environmental matters. The intern will assist in developing agendas, programs, presentations, and outreach materials for these events, as well as follow-up activities post-event, which include summarizing events and reporting to relevant ICAO bodies and external parties. The intern will also be responsible for creating documentation and presentations related to ICAO's environmental initiatives and providing content for the ICAO ENV websites associated with these efforts. Additionally, the intern will draft responses to public inquiries regarding ICAO's work in the environmental sector and perform other related duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will have a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Identifying, contacting, and coordinating with potential speakers and attendees for ICAO events focused on environmental issues.
• Supporting the development of event agendas, programs, presentations, and outreach materials.
• Assisting with post-event follow-up activities, including summarizing events and reporting to relevant ICAO bodies and external parties.
• Developing documentation and presentations related to ICAO’s environmental work.
• Providing content for the ICAO ENV websites associated with ICAO’s environmental initiatives.
• Drafting replies to public inquiries related to ICAO’s environmental work.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by the supervising officers.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed or be enrolled in a graduate degree program (second-level university degree or higher) in a field related to aviation, environment, aeronautical/aerospace engineering, or computer science. For applicants from countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, they should have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree. This educational background is essential to ensure that the intern has the necessary knowledge and skills to contribute effectively to ICAO's environmental initiatives.

Educational Background:
Candidates are required to have completed or be enrolled in a graduate degree program in a relevant field such as aviation, environment, aeronautical/aerospace engineering, or computer science. For those in educational systems without a clear division between undergraduate and graduate studies, a minimum of four years of full-time university studies is required. This educational requirement ensures that the intern possesses a solid foundation in the relevant disciplines necessary for the role.

Experience:
While specific prior experience is not explicitly required for this internship, candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of environmental issues related to aviation and possess skills that would enable them to effectively support ICAO's initiatives. Any relevant experience in event coordination, research, or environmental policy would be beneficial and could enhance a candidate's application.

Languages:
Fluency in English is essential, with strong reading, writing, and speaking abilities required for effective communication. Additionally, a working knowledge of a second language of the Organization, such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish, is desirable and would be considered an asset for the position.

Additional Notes:
This internship is unpaid, and all costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be covered by the intern. The internship duration ranges from three to six months, with the intern expected to work up to five days a week. Flexible arrangements may be available to accommodate part-time schedules for eligible students, in accordance with current off-campus work regulations. Interns are not permitted to engage in any other form of employment within ICAO during the internship period and are ineligible to apply for or be appointed to any post in the Secretariat or contracted for any other remunerated employment with ICAO for six months following the end of their internship.