Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the lead UN development agency, established to support countries in their efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP operates in 170 countries worldwide, focusing on eradicating poverty and reducing inequalities. The UNDP Nordic Representation Office is located at the UN City in Copenhagen, with additional satellite offices in Stockholm, Oslo, and Helsinki. The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, valuing the multiplicity of nations and cultures in which it operates. UNDP is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all personnel can contribute to its mission, and it encourages applications from individuals belonging to marginalized or excluded populations. UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation, harassment, and discrimination, ensuring that all selected candidates undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position at UNDP offers a unique opportunity for individuals to gain insight into the organization's work and experience an international professional environment. Interns will work out of the UNDP office at UN City in Copenhagen, under the guidance of the UNDP Nordic Office director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Deputy Director and the Partnership Specialist located in Stockholm. The role is designed for individuals who are structured, independent, creative, and willing to take initiative. Interns will have the chance to participate in a variety of tasks, contributing to the office's work and gaining valuable experience in the field of international development.

Duties and Responsibilities:
As an intern, you will be assigned fixed tasks but must also be adaptable to take on various assignments as needed. Your responsibilities will include supporting the development and publishing of communications material across social media platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and Facebook. You will assist in keeping the websites undp.se and globalamålen.se updated, help plan and conduct public events like conferences and seminars, translate news articles and other texts between Swedish and English, prepare briefing materials for seminars and meetings, and provide administrative support. The role requires excellent communication skills, a strong interest in global development, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues.

Required Qualifications:
Fluency in spoken and written Swedish and English is mandatory. Candidates must meet one of the following eligibility criteria: be enrolled in a postgraduate degree program (such as a master's program or higher), be in the final academic year of a first university degree program (such as a bachelor's degree), have recently graduated with a university degree, or be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program that includes the internship as part of the curriculum. Strong communication skills, knowledge of global development, and familiarity with social media and web publication tools are also required.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be enrolled in a postgraduate degree program or in the final year of a bachelor's degree program. Recent graduates are also eligible if they can start the internship within one year of graduation. Enrollment in a postgraduate professional traineeship program that includes the internship is also acceptable.

Experience:
The internship is designed for individuals who may not have extensive professional experience but possess a strong interest in global development and the workings of international organizations. Previous experience in communications, event planning, or administrative support is advantageous but not mandatory.

Languages:
Fluency in Swedish and English is required for both written and oral communication. Knowledge of additional languages may be beneficial but is not specified as mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The internship is unpaid, but interns are eligible to receive a monthly stipend that varies depending on the duty location. Interns are responsible for all other expenses related to the internship. The internship is not intended to lead to further employment with UNDP, and there should be no expectation of employment at the end of the internship. The application process requires candidates to submit an updated CV and a cover letter, along with contact details for at least two professional references. UNDP maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, and all selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks.