INTERN - UNIC MANAMA (Position for Manama)
Join the UN as an intern to gain valuable experience and contribute to global ideals.
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Overview
Join the UN as an intern to gain valuable experience and contribute to global ideals.
You have:
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent).
- Be computer literate in standard software applications.
- Have a demonstrated 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.
- Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic is required for this internship.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Flexible (In Person and Remotely)
Expected duration
3 to 6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
This internship is designed to be remote and part-time (
Qualifications/special skills
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Information Centre, the following conditions must be met: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); - 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; - 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. Interns do not require work experience. If you are publishing a Job Opening, you should use the following questions to ensure that applicants meet the eligibility requirements: “No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.” “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.”
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic is required for this internship.
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
| What interests you about the work of the United Nations? | This helps the interviewer understand your passion for the organization's mission. | Explain your interest in global issues and how they relate to the UN's values. |
| Can you provide an example of a time you worked with individuals from different cultural backgrounds? | This assesses your ability to interact effectively in a diverse environment. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you demonstrate your commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What computer applications are you proficient in? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to understand differing opinions. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle a situation where you have to work remotely with a team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What skills do you hope to gain during this internship? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you think diversity is important in the workplace? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 10 months ago
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Updated 10 months ago
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Source:
careers.un.org
