CCAC internship
Assist in climate action initiatives and support CCAC programs.
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Overview
Assist in climate action initiatives and support CCAC programs.
You have:
- University degree in international relations/development and/or a scientific field related to climate change, air pollution or other environmental issues.
- Knowledge/studies related to development and/or international relations are a plus.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Advanced skills in Excel and other databases (incl. SharePoint) would be an asset.
- Demonstrate leadership skills with clear examples.
- Demonstrate the ability to take initiative and be proactive with clear examples.
- Demonstrate highly organized work approach with clear examples.
- Demonstrate convincing writing skills in English with clear examples.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Paris, France
Expected duration
6 months (ideally 1 July 2025, or 2 January 2026)
Duties and Responsibilities
The UNEP-convened Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is a partnership of governments, intergovernmental organizations, and representatives of the private sector, the environmental community, and other members of civil society. The CCAC is the only international initiative working on integrated climate and clean air solutions to reduce the rate of near-term warming. It focuses on fast action to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) including methane, black carbon, HFCs and tropospheric ozone. More information about the CCAC: www.ccacoalition.org As of October 2023, the same team is providing secretariat services to the Global Methane Pledge. More information about the Global Methane Pledge: www.globalmethanepledge.org The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) hosts the Secretariat at the Industry & Economy Division in Paris, France. Given the nature of the CCAC as a partnership, and the Secretariat’s supporting role, each internship varies according to the priorities of the team at the time the intern starts. Typically, a CCAC intern’s work will touch on a range of workstreams, including: governance meetings; programme management of CCAC Initiatives; resource mobilisation; targeted briefings and communication products; etc. The intern will work under the supervision of the Programme Officer, and during their first two weeks will agree goals and an individual work plan for their internship. Duties may include, but are not be limited to: • Assisting with the organization of CCAC meetings and workshops • Collecting information on CCAC activities, via internet research and phone interviews • Drafting or reviewing CCAC briefings and papers • Attending and summarizing meetings and teleconferences • Other ad hoc duties to be determined
Qualifications/special skills
University degree in international relations/development and/or a scientific field related to climate change, air pollution or other environmental issues. Knowledge/studies related to development and/or international relations are a plus. During the selection process the CCAC Secretariat will look for candidates who demonstrate, with clear examples, that they have the following attributes: • Leadership skills • An ability to take initiative, be proactive • Highly organised • Writes convincingly in English • Advanced skills in Excel and other databases (incl. SharePoint) would be an asset.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership in a team setting. How did it impact your project? | This question evaluates your leadership qualities and their impact. | Provide a specific example focusing on your role and the outcome. |
| Give an example of a situation when you had to take initiative without being asked. What was the outcome? | The interviewer wants to assess your proactiveness. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple assignments? Can you provide an example? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an experience where your writing was crucial to a project? What did you write? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging team project you worked on. What role did you play? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle constructive criticism? Can you provide an example? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What techniques do you use for effective research? Give an example from your past work. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain how your background in international relations/development prepares you for this internship. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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