Intern for AI Agent Evaluation

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations, addressing global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. The UN operates in various sectors, including humanitarian aid, development, and human rights, with a workforce of over 44,000 employees worldwide. The organization is committed to fostering sustainable development and enhancing the quality of life for people around the globe.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position focuses on supporting the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) in evaluating the design, development, implementation, piloting, and rollout of an AI agent aimed at enhancing post-learning experiences. The intern will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications of AI in educational settings. This role involves conducting user research, assisting in workshop design, drafting research papers, and providing recommendations for improvements based on findings. The intern will engage with public officers and other stakeholders to assess the effectiveness of the AI agent, known as Yoda AI, in meeting learning needs and addressing barriers to adoption. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative educational solutions within the public sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including: conducting user research to gather insights on the effectiveness of Yoda AI; assisting in the design and organization of workshops with public officers in the target nation; developing data collection instruments such as surveys and interview protocols that align with the pedagogical outcomes of Yoda AI; leading interviews and focus groups to evaluate the AI's effectiveness in addressing learning needs and implementation challenges; presenting evaluation findings and recommendations to UN DESA staff, country representatives, and external partners; collaborating with UN DESA experts and consultants throughout the design, development, testing, and deployment phases of the AI agent; and drafting a comprehensive research paper on the evaluation findings and their implications for AI-enabled sustainable learning in the public sector.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria: (a) be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in or have completed 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, a field of study closely related to the internship is necessary. Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in standard software applications, particularly MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.

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. Proof of enrollment or completion must be provided with the application, and an official certificate will be required at a later stage.

Experience:
While no professional work experience is required for this internship, candidates should have relevant academic experience or coursework that aligns with the responsibilities of the internship. This may include experience in research, user experience design, or educational technology.

Languages:
Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory for this internship, as English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of French, another official UN language, is considered an advantage, as it may enhance communication and collaboration within the organization.

Additional Notes:
Interns at the United Nations are not financially compensated for their work. All costs related to 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 the host country may need to secure the appropriate visa and work authorization prior to starting the internship. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. Additionally, the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.