Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is a global initiative established by the UN General Assembly to promote sustainable urbanization and improve living conditions in cities and communities worldwide. The organization focuses on fostering inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable urban environments. UN-Habitat collaborates with various partners to address urbanization challenges and aims to reduce inequality, discrimination, and poverty through its initiatives. The Canada Office of UN-Habitat plays a crucial role in linking research, policy, and action to advance sustainable urban development on a global scale. It works closely with Canadian and North American governments, grassroots organizations, and the private sector to implement the UN-Habitat Strategic Plan, particularly in areas related to housing, land use, and basic services, while also addressing climate change and biodiversity issues.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position at UN-Habitat in Montreal is designed for individuals who are passionate about sustainable urbanization and wish to contribute to meaningful projects that address urban challenges. The intern will work under the supervision of the Programme Management Officer and will be involved in various aspects of planning and implementing sustainable urbanization projects. This includes focusing on housing, land use, and public service delivery, as well as their connections to climate change mitigation and adaptation, biodiversity conservation, and social equity. The intern will also engage in knowledge management activities, conducting research on contemporary urban issues and supporting the development of new projects that connect research, data analysis, and policy action. Additionally, the intern will assist in managing partnerships and networks of urban stakeholders, and support UN-Habitat's preparations for global events related to urban sustainability.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern's responsibilities will include assisting in the planning and implementation of sustainable urbanization projects, focusing on housing, land use, and public service delivery. They will support the development of new projects at various levels, connecting research and data analysis with policy and action on sustainable urban development. The intern will conduct research on topics related to cities, climate change, and biodiversity, and assist in managing partnerships with urban stakeholders. They will also support the planning and delivery of outreach and public events, including drafting materials for both internal and external audiences. Other tasks may be assigned based on the intern's skills and the team's needs.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria: be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), be in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level), or have graduated with a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree. Candidates should be computer literate in standard software applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite. A keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a commitment to its ideals are essential. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate the ability to interact successfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and beliefs.

Educational Background:
The preferred areas of study for applicants include Urban Studies, International Development, Urban Planning, Political and International Affairs, Climate Change, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Economics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Communications, or similar relevant fields. A Master's degree or PhD candidacy is preferable, but not mandatory. Applicants must be students in their final year of their first university degree (Bachelor's or equivalent), Master's, or PhD program, or have completed one of these degrees.

Experience:
While professional work experience is not required for this internship, candidates with experience in substantive work related to housing, climate justice, and sustainable urban development will be viewed favorably. The internship is designed for students or recent graduates who are eager to gain practical experience in the field of urban sustainability.

Languages:
Fluency in oral and written English is required for this internship position, as English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another UN language is considered desirable and may enhance the candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
This internship is not financially remunerated by the United Nations, and interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Canada may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.