Intern (Political Affairs)

Internship

Overview

Assist in political affairs through research and support tasks during internship.

You have:

• Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (Master's degree or higher) or a first university degree (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent).
• Field of study closely related to the internship such as International Relations, Political Science, or Law.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
• Be computer literate in standard software applications.
• Have a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
• Ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.
• Show advanced ability to conceptualize and attention to detail.

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

Expected duration

3 to 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will be based in the Political, Peacekeeping, Humanitarian & Human Rights Unit (PU) of the Executive Office of the Secretary-General (EOSG). The incumbent is expected to work under the supervision of a Senior Political Affairs Officer. The role will include specific support to the work of the Unit in support of the EOSG work and may include (i) analysis and decision support, (ii) policy oversight and quality assurance, and (iii) promotion of system-wide coherence. The intern’s tasks will therefore include • Research, compile, and summarize diverse media products, background materials, and reports to support the work of the Unit; • Substantive contributions to a variety of standard and non-standard products, including analytical notes produced by the Unit; • Assistance in the preparation of presentation materials using appropriate t technology/software; • Assistance in the coordination of unit-wide activities, special projects and events, including the Political Unit Annual Retreat; • Support the Unit with its internal systematization, organization of workflows and knowledge management, including of internal databases; • A variety of other duties, as may be requested. The Unit strives to offer interns an opportunity to work independently with substantive issues while also assisting colleagues in the day-to-day operations. The incumbent will be expected to have advanced ability to conceptualize, demonstrated attention for details and the capacity to work in a multicultural and politically sensitive environment.

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 such as Master's degree or equivalent, Ph.D. or post-graduate degree); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent). 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 (e.g. International Business / Economics / Political Economy • International Development • International Relations • Law • Political Science • Public Administration • Security Studies • or related fields). No work experience is required to apply for this United Nation Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship. All interested candidates must: • Be computer literate in standard software applications. • Have a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. • Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.

Additional Information

In your Motivational Statement, please indicate your availability for the internship, including dates, and its envisaged duration (3 to 6 months). The Motivational Statement must also include: 1. Title of degree currently being pursued. 2. Graduation Date (When will you be graduating/have graduated from the programme?) 3. Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. 4. Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. A complete online application is required.

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.

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