Legal Intern
Assist in legal research and analysis of gender-related counter-terrorism issues.
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Overview
Assist in legal research and analysis of gender-related counter-terrorism issues.
You have:
- Enrolled in a graduate school programme or have graduated with a university degree in relevant fields.
- Fluency in English (written and oral) is required.
- Must commence the internship within one year from graduation if graduated.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
New York
Expected duration
3 to 6 months Spring/Summer 2025
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the internship position encompass all aspects of the Directorates work. These responsibilities may include but are not limited to: • Assist in analysing and interpreting counter-terrorism instruments and laws from a gender perspective. • Research and collect information pertaining to gender and counter-terrorism matters. • Assist in the preparation of analytical gender background and briefing papers. • Assist in drafting reports, summary notes and correspondence relating to gender and counter-terrorism. • Maintain awareness of relevant gender and WPS issues, including at country level. • Assist in preparing documents needed for the organization of workshops, seminars and briefings. • Liaise with external partners, as appropriate. • Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must, at the time of their submission, be enrolled in a graduate school programme (i.e. Master's degree or equivalent degree, or higher), preferably in the area of law, political science, international relations, social sciences or a related field, OR have graduated with a university degree as defined above AND, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period from the date of graduation.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in English (written and oral) 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
| Can you describe a time you conducted research on a complex topic? | This assesses your research skills and ability to handle complex information. | Detail your process, the resources you utilized, and any challenges you overcame. |
| How would you approach analyzing a counter-terrorism law from a gender perspective? | The interviewer wants to gauge your understanding of gender issues in legal frameworks. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell me about a situation where you had to collaborate with others on a project. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What are your strategies for handling tight deadlines when preparing reports? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you stay updated on gender and WPS issues while working on this internship? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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