Environmental Affairs Intern
Support the implementation of environmental projects and analysis.

Overview
Support the implementation of environmental projects and analysis.
You have:
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (bachelor's degree or equivalent) in environmental sciences, business or public administration, social science, environmental law, or related field.
- Good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Beirut, Lebanon
Expected duration
3 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. This internship is located in Beirut, Lebanon. The Intern will be reporting to the Regional Coordinator for Chemicals and Pollution Action. Under the direct supervision of the Regional Coordinator for Chemicals and Pollution Action the intern will: • Carry out research, analysis and drafting of documents presenting data and information gathered from diverse sources to support the implementation of projects and activities. • Support research on on-going national level environmental activities in West Asia, and produce report, county data fact sheets and concept notes. • Support the preparation of briefings, information material and presentations. • Support in the organisation of project related events, and stakeholders’ consultations and draft minutes of meetings. • Drafting and review of reports and other documentation under guidance and supervision of Programme Management Officer. • Assist Programme Management Officer in following up with partners on the implementation of the project activities. • Format the project reports from partners in standard form. • Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in environmental sciences, business or public administration, social science, environmental law, or related field. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
Languages
Fluency in English and Arabic 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 conducted research for an environmental project. What was your approach? | To gauge your research skills and how you apply them to real-world environmental issues. | Discuss your methodology, sources used, and the outcome of your research. |
How would you prioritize multiple tasks assigned to you during your internship? | To assess your time management and prioritization skills under workload pressure. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Can you provide an example of a successful presentation you delivered? What made it successful? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
What relevant experience do you have regarding environmental issues and policies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Describe your familiarity with software tools like MS Word, PowerPoint, or Teams. How have you used them effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
How do you approach drafting reports or documents? What steps do you take? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
In what ways can you support a team during project-related events or consultations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Why are you interested in this internship with UNEP, and what do you hope to gain? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |