Internship at the United Nations

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Secretariat is an international organization founded in 1945, with a mission to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among countries. It operates in multiple countries around the world, employing thousands of staff members dedicated to various global issues. The organization is committed to achieving gender balance and geographical diversity within its workforce, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.

Job Overview:
This internship is designed for individuals who are either currently enrolled in or have recently completed a graduate or undergraduate program. The position is full-time, requiring 35 hours of work per week, and can be undertaken in a hybrid format, either remotely or in-person at the UN premises in New York. The intern will be integrated into the Office for Coordination and Shared Services (OCSS), which plays a crucial role in fostering collaboration within the Peace and Security Pillar of the UN. The intern will support initiatives aimed at enhancing organizational culture, particularly through the 'Building Our Pillar' program, which focuses on staff engagement and innovation. The role involves a variety of tasks, including communication support, data analysis, and event coordination, all aimed at promoting an inclusive and effective workplace environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a range of duties that include: assisting in the preparation of the weekly newsletter and other communications; implementing activities aligned with the Building Our Pillar action plan; collecting, analyzing, and visualizing both quantitative and qualitative data; updating online platforms with information related to staff engagement activities; supporting change management initiatives; coordinating specific events; and performing other ad hoc duties as required by the Senior Programme Management Officer. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the organizational culture is inclusive and innovative, and the intern will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the UN's work.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria: be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), or 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 this internship, candidates should have a field of study closely related to the internship. Additionally, applicants should possess good knowledge of standard software applications, particularly MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams. The ability to design surveys and polls is considered a desirable skill.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be students in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), or enrolled in or have completed a Master’s or Ph.D. program. Proof of enrollment or completion must be provided during the application process. The educational background should ideally be in a field relevant to the internship, such as international relations, communications, or organizational development.

Experience:
While no prior professional work experience is required for this internship, candidates should demonstrate relevant academic experience or projects that align with the responsibilities of the internship. This could include coursework, volunteer work, or other internships that showcase the candidate's ability to contribute to the UN's mission and objectives.

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 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:
This internship is unpaid and is expected to last for a minimum of three months, with the possibility of extension up to six months. Interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. For non-U.S. citizens, obtaining a G-4 visa may be necessary to undertake the internship in the United States. The United Nations emphasizes that it does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and does not require applicants to provide bank account information.