Life Cycle Initiative Intern
Support Life Cycle Thinking projects with research and administrative tasks.
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Overview
Support Life Cycle Thinking projects with research and administrative tasks.
You have:
- Must be enrolled in a graduate school program or final year of a bachelor's degree.
- Studies in Environmental Policy, Management, or related fields are required.
- Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.
- Proficiency in standard software applications is necessary.
- Experience in environmental impact assessment or life cycle assessment is desired.
- Ability to interact with individuals from different cultural backgrounds is essential.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Paris/Remote
Expected duration
The intern will work on projects related to Life Cycle Thinking (LCT) and Resource Efficiency. The internship will last for a duration of 6 months from March to September 2024 or from September 2024 to March 2025, and maybe remote or based in Paris, depending on availability of office space in Paris.
Duties and Responsibilities
Organisational Setting and Reporting: This intern opportunity is located within the Life Cycle Initiative unit of the Resources and Markets Branch, Industry and Economy Division of UN Environment (http://www.lifecycleinitiative.org/). The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Life Cycle Initiative, in coordination with Programme Officers under the unit. The Life Cycle Initiative is a public-private, multi-stakeholder partnership fostering progress towards sustainable development through (1) advancing the understanding of life cycle thinking by private and public decision makers and of the decision-making process by life cycle experts, in order to improve decisions that need assessing, and comparing products, technologies, lifestyles and economy-wide choices; and (2) building consensus on and facilitating the access to environmental, social and economic life cycle knowledge (LCA data, methods, indicators, etc.). The Life Cycle Initiative is hosted by UN Environment, Industry and Economy Division, Paris. Duties may include, but are not limited to: Provide day-to-day support for project-related activities within the Unit/Secretariat (drafting of documents, minutes, and presentations; updating and maintaining the Initiative’s members/sponsors list and related documents). Support activities that encourage mainstreaming of life cycle thinking and approaches in high impact sectors, such as Building and Construction, mining and extractives, and value chains such as plastics and textiles. Assist with research and data collection on themes related to life cycle thinking, hotspot analysis, and related themes according to the Programme Officers’ needs. Assist with research and data collection on due diligence for sponsors of the Life Cycle Initiative (www.lifecycleinitiative.org), as well as preparing outreach for new sponsors and members in line with the new Life Cycle Initiative strategy. Contribute towards the Unit’s communications activities, including web development and online presentation of materials and keeping websites up-to-date. Assist with the logistical preparation of meetings, events, and webinars organized by the unit, including the preparation of presentations and other documents and drafting summary reports. Assist with cross-unit collaboration opportunities.
Qualifications/special skills
Education: To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: - Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation; - Studies in Environmental Policy/Management/Sciences/Engineering; International Affairs/Relations, preferably related to sustainable development issues are required. - 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. Work experience: Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme. Experience in environmental impact assessment/life cycle assessment is desirable. Competencies: Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Teamwork: Takes the initiative to work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; is flexible to support unexpected or urgent team’s needs that might not be expressed in the workplan. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and concisely, good written and oral language skills. Creativity: Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required for the Internship Programme.
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 you worked collaboratively on a team project. What was your role? | This assesses your teamwork skills and ability to collaborate effectively with others. | Focus on your specific contributions and how you helped achieve the team's objectives. |
| How do you manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines? | They want to gauge your time management and organizational skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to work with international organizations like the UN? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you handled a cultural difference in a past experience? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What innovative solutions have you suggested in previous work or academic projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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