UN DPO Training Intern

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 fields including peacekeeping, humanitarian assistance, and human rights, with a workforce of over 44,000 employees worldwide. The organization is dedicated to addressing global challenges and fostering international collaboration to achieve sustainable development goals.

Job Overview:
The UN DPO Training Intern position is an opportunity for individuals interested in gaining practical experience in the field of peacekeeping training. The internship is situated within the Integrated Training Service (ITS) of the Policy, Evaluation and Training Division (PETD) in the Department of Peace Operations (DPO). The intern will support the development of e-learning and training materials aimed at enhancing the skills of military, police, and civilian peacekeepers. This role involves working closely with the Team Leader of the Training Policy and Standards Team (TPST) and contributing to various aspects of e-learning course development, including content creation, multimedia editing, and course testing. The internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in the development of training resources and to foster an understanding of how UN peacekeeping training materials are adapted for online learning.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: assisting in the development of short e-learning courses from existing training materials; preparing scenarios, scripts, storyboards, quizzes, and learning activities; editing images, audio, and video for online courses; building and updating e-learning modules using tools such as Articulate or similar software; reviewing and testing courses, making necessary corrections and updates; building a national trainer roster database and maintaining profile histories; organizing course materials and multimedia files; and performing other related duties as required. The intern will also review and draft from existing DPO published training materials, gaining valuable insights into the UN's approach to peacekeeping training.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this internship, 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 level or equivalent). Candidates should be students in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor's or equivalent), or pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. in relevant fields such as learning design, educational technology, digital media, multimedia production, communications, training and learning, graphic or interactive media design, or a related field with a strong digital-learning portfolio.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a strong educational background relevant to the internship. This includes being enrolled in or having completed a graduate program or being in the final year of a bachelor's degree program. Preferred fields of study include learning design, educational technology, digital media, multimedia production, communications, training and learning, and graphic or interactive media design. A strong digital-learning portfolio is essential to demonstrate relevant skills and knowledge.

Experience:
No professional work experience is required for this internship. However, familiarity with e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate 360 or similar platforms is beneficial. Candidates should have experience drafting scripts, storyboards, scenarios, or interactive learning activities, as well as basic experience in editing graphics, audio, and video. Experience with learning management systems and accessibility principles is considered an advantage, and knowledge of digital tools such as SharePoint, Power BI, and Excel is also an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required for this internship, as English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another official UN language is advantageous and may enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
This internship is part-time and expected to last for six months, starting on November 2, 202

• Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations, and 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 country where the internship is undertaken may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization. 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.