Intern - Data Research and Programme Support

Contract

This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.

Work Location

In-person in New York or remote, full-time or part-time modalities will be considered.

Expected duration

Three (3) months with the possibility of extension up to six (6) months.

Duties and Responsibilities

These positions are in the Commercial Air Travel Safety Unit, (CATSU) within the Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS), Division of Administration, Department of Operational Support.

The United Nations' Commercial Air Travel Safety Unit (CATSU) supports the global UN System with policy, guidance, and information to enable decision-making on the suitability of commercial air operators for use in official UN travel. As the United Nations and its global workforce frequently operate in high-risk environments, it is essential to ensure that the safety of their travel remains a primary concern for the organization, allowing them to dedicate their undivided attention to their critical mandates without undue concern.

The CATSU provides classified information and guidance to the 54 entities that make up the global UN System. This information enables them to make informed decisions when conducting or authorizing official UN travel and assists them in operational planning, and program implementation. Through these efforts, UN staff are beneficiaries of CATSU’s focused attention and commitment to air travel safety, so they can focus their attention to their critical humanitarian, development, and peacekeeping duties - wherever in the world they are located or may travel.

Interns report to Chief, CATSU and within delegated authority, the interns will be responsible for the following duties:

• Reviewing, proofing and editing websites and other stakeholder communication platforms • Researching, compiling and organizing information and reference materials related to stakeholder communication and international commercial aviation safety, as assigned • Providing support for the updating and maintaining of stakeholder and business information • Assisting with organizing and facilitating stakeholder workshops • Participating and taking comprehensive and concise notes at meetings • Collaborating and assisting with creating, organizing and maintaining stakeholder materials • Providing support and review of data and statistical analysis efforts, as assigned • Assisting with drafting and preparing background documents, reports, briefing, talking points, presentations etc. • Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications/special skills

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (1) Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher). (2) Be enrolled in the FINAL academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (3) Have graduated with a university degree as defined in (1) and (2). Preferably in Data Management, Data Science, Statistics, or any other related degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher); or if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a university degree in the above disciplines.

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Applicants should: • Be computer literate in standard software applications. • Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and • Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural. backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. • Be enthusiastic and curious about learning and working at the United Nations.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For these positions advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Additional Information

Visa and Work Authorization Mandatory Requirements: For internships in the United States of America, interns who are not United States citizens, permanent residents or on another non-immigrant (such as F1 visa) status, will be required to obtain a G4 visa. Interns will be responsible for ensuring that they have a valid visa, and if required, employment authorization (CPT/OPT), allowing them to undertake the internship.

Terms of the internship programme: -The minimum duration of this internship is three months which can be extended up to a total period of six months. -Interns are expected to work on a full-time or part-time basis in the entity that has selected them, under the supervision of a staff member at an appropriate level. The working hours will be discussed with your supervisor at the time of the interview.

Internships may be undertaken on the basis of flexible working arrangements if: -The receiving entity agrees in writing to accept an intern on the basis of flexible working arrangements. -Interns agree that they are required to work the equivalent of a minimum of at least two months on a full-time basis or four months on a part-time basis in order to receive recognition of service as an intern. An internship under such arrangements must be completed within a six- month period. -A record of attendance shall be maintained by the receiving entity in order to ensure that the intern meets this requirement. -Interns serving in one entity do not have a right to transfer to another entity. -Full provisions related to the conditions and terms of the United Nations Internship Programme can be accessed on the following link: https://undocs.org/ST/AI/2020/1.

Potential candidates will be contacted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration.

A completed online application (Cover Note and Candidate Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: -Title of degree you are currently pursuing -Graduation date from your current program -List of IT skills and programmes you are proficient in -List your top three areas of interest/department preferences -Explain why you are the best candidate -Explain your interest in the UN Internship Programme in your Candidate Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences (if any), skills, and three references. Due to a high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.

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.