Intern - Digital Enablement Team

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. The UN operates in various sectors, including peacekeeping, humanitarian assistance, and sustainable development, with a workforce of over 44,000 employees worldwide. The organization is dedicated to addressing global challenges and fostering international collaboration to achieve its goals.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position within the Digital Enablement Team (DET) is designed to support the implementation of the Strategy for Digital Transformation of UN Peacekeeping (DTS). This strategy aims to leverage technology to enhance the safety and security of peacekeepers and improve the implementation of UN mandates. The intern will work closely with the Department of Peace Operations (DPO), which provides political and executive direction to peacekeeping operations globally. The role involves a hybrid work model, requiring the intern to be present in the New York office for a few days each week while also allowing for remote work. The internship is unpaid and requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week, with supervision from a staff member. The intern will engage in various tasks that contribute to the digital transformation initiatives within the UN Peacekeeping framework, including research, data analysis, and support for workshops and consultations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern's responsibilities will include assisting in the identification, development, implementation, and evaluation of digital transformation initiatives. They will conduct background research on peacekeeping-related challenges and digital solutions, synthesizing findings into actionable insights for briefings and reports. The intern will design and conduct surveys, analyze data, and draft summaries and reports to inform program decisions. Additionally, they will support the planning and facilitation of workshops and consultations, liaising with relevant UN entities and external partners. The intern will also draft various written outputs, maintain organized records of meetings and project documents, and assist in the coordination of workstreams and events. This includes tracking tasks, taking meeting minutes, and monitoring progress against implementation plans. The intern will help organize in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings, providing logistical and administrative support as needed. They will also contribute to measuring the impact of innovation and digital transformation activities and carry out additional tasks to support DET's priorities.

Required Qualifications:
The position is open to candidates with a broad range of educational backgrounds. An academic background in Strategy Development, Innovation, IT, Engineering, Project Management, or Public Administration is beneficial. Applicants must meet specific requirements to qualify for the internship, including being enrolled in a graduate program, in the final year of a bachelor's degree program, or having recently graduated. Candidates should be computer literate in standard software applications and demonstrate a keen interest in the work of the United Nations, along with a commitment to its ideals. Additionally, applicants should have the ability to interact successfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Educational Background:
To qualify for the internship, applicants must be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent) or in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent). Alternatively, applicants who have graduated with a university degree as defined above are also eligible. This educational requirement ensures that candidates possess the necessary academic foundation to contribute effectively to the Digital Enablement Team's initiatives.

Experience:
While specific prior experience is not mandated, candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in the work of the United Nations and possess relevant skills that align with the responsibilities of the internship. Experience in research, data analysis, project management, or related fields would be advantageous, but the primary focus is on the candidate's educational background and commitment to the UN's mission.

Languages:
Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship, as English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of an additional official UN language, such as French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish, is considered an advantage and may enhance the candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
The internship is unpaid, and interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization. The application process requires a completed online application, including a Cover Note detailing the applicant's degree program, graduation date, and reasons for being the best candidate for the internship. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed, and only successful candidates will be contacted. The UN does not charge any fees during the recruitment process, and applicants should be cautious of any requests for personal financial information.