Geospatial Information Intern

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Position Title: Geospatial intern" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Information Intern
Location: Santiago
Country: Chile
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations, established in 194

• Its mission is to contribute to the economic and social development of the region by designing, monitoring, and evaluating public policies. ECLAC provides advisory services, expertise, and training to governments, and supports regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. The organization operates across various countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on enhancing the region's development through research and policy recommendations. For more information, visit www.eclac.org.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position in the Statistics Division at ECLAC in Santiago is designed to last between 3 to 5 months, depending on the office's needs. The intern will work under the supervision of the Director of the Division, focusing on research related to the importance of official statistics for democracy. The role involves tasks such as compiling and geocoding territorial units from the 2020 population censuses, georeferencing minor administrative divisions and cities, and compiling national geostatistical frameworks for the region. Additionally, the intern will collaborate in developing web mapping applications to deploy subnational geospatial information, contributing to the overall mission of ECLAC in enhancing statistical data usage for policy-making.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for several key tasks, including:

• Compiling and geocoding territorial units from the 2020 round of population censuses, ensuring accurate representation of demographic data.
• Georeferencing minor administrative divisions and cities as identified in the DEPUALC database of the Population Division - CELADE of ECLAC, which involves mapping these areas accurately for statistical purposes.
• Compiling and documenting national geostatistical frameworks for the region, which will serve as a foundational resource for future statistical analysis and policy development.
• Collaborating in the development of web mapping applications that will facilitate the deployment of subnational geospatial information, enhancing accessibility and usability of data for stakeholders.

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. Candidates must be students in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s, or Ph.D. Programme or have completed such programs. Proof of eligibility must be provided with the application.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this internship includes being enrolled in or having completed a graduate program or being in the final year of a bachelor's degree program. Candidates should have a field of study that is closely related to the internship, such as statistics, geography, social sciences, or a related discipline. This ensures that the intern has the necessary theoretical knowledge and skills to contribute effectively to the tasks assigned during the internship.

Experience:
While the internship does not require prior professional work experience, it is essential that candidates have relevant academic experience or coursework that aligns with the responsibilities of the internship. This could include projects, research, or coursework in statistics, geospatial analysis, or related fields that demonstrate the candidate's ability to engage with the tasks outlined in the internship description.

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

Additional Notes:
Interns at the United Nations are not financially remunerated, meaning that they will not receive a salary or stipend during their internship. 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 Chile may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization before starting the internship. It is crucial for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements prior to accepting the internship offer. Furthermore, it is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that the application process is free of charge.