Intern - Social Affairs

Job Posting Organization:
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations, established in 194

• Its mission is to contribute to the economic and social development of the region by designing, monitoring, and evaluating public policies, providing advisory services, expertise, and training to governments, and supporting regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. ECLAC operates across various countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on sustainable development and social inclusion. For more information, you can visit their official website at www.eclac.org.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position in the Human Settlements Unit in Santiago is designed to provide support in the field of urban development. The duration of the internship is expected to be between 3 to 6 months, depending on the needs of the office and the availability of the candidates. Interns will engage in substantive work that involves research, analysis, and the preparation of various reports and documents related to sustainable urban development. The role is ideal for individuals looking to gain practical experience in a UN setting while contributing to important projects that impact urban policies and development in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will be responsible for a variety of tasks that may include: researching, compiling, and systematically organizing information and reference materials from various sources for reports, work plans, studies, briefings, and meetings/conferences. They will compile statistical data for reporting on sustainable urban development, prepare literature reviews on specific topics, proofread documents, and translate materials between Spanish and English. Additionally, interns will edit texts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and style, ensuring adherence to established standards for format. They will also prepare various inputs for reports, publications, and presentations, which may include tables, lists, graphs, charts, and diagrams. Furthermore, interns will adapt and review web content and upload information to the urban and cities platform, formatting documents in line with organizational standards.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) a high school diploma is required for this internship; (b) enrollment in or completion of a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (c) enrollment in or completion of the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent). While professional work experience is not required for the UN Internship Programme, applicants must have a field of study closely related to the internship they are applying for. Additionally, applicants should possess the skills necessary to develop a research project on land markets and climate change, and they must provide proof of their academic and professional background to demonstrate how they meet this criterion.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be students in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor's or equivalent), or enrolled in or have completed a Master's or Ph.D. program. This educational background is essential to ensure that interns have the necessary theoretical knowledge and skills to contribute effectively to the work of the Human Settlements Unit.

Experience:
No professional work experience is required for this internship. However, candidates should have relevant academic experience or coursework that aligns with the responsibilities of the internship, particularly in urban development, social sciences, or related fields. This internship is particularly suited for students or recent graduates looking to gain practical experience in a UN environment.

Languages:
Fluency in spoken and written Spanish is required, as it is the working language of ECLAC. Knowledge of English is considered an advantage, as English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Proficiency in these languages will enhance the intern's ability to communicate effectively within the organization and contribute to various projects.

Additional Notes:
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Therefore, all costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Chile may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. Additionally, it is emphasized that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, processing, or training.