Protocol Intern

Assist the Protocol and Liaison Service with document preparation and event logistics.

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Application deadline 1 year ago: Wednesday 29 Jan 2025 at 04:59 UTC

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Overview

Assist the Protocol and Liaison Service with document preparation and event logistics.

You have:

  • Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) or in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent) or have graduated with a university degree and commence the internship within a one year period of graduation.
  • Have advanced organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Possess extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
  • Display positive attitude and commitment to the mission, with willingness to complete a variety of tasks and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

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 months, as soon as possible

Duties and Responsibilities

The intern shall undertake the following duties in support of the Protocol and Liaison Service, which may include, but are not limited to: • Assisting in developing, drafting and preparing documents and informational materials; • Researching, analyzing and compiling information relevant to the assigned projects; • Entering and classifying data and organizing documents, materials and resources relevant to the assigned tasks; • Assisting with logistical preparations and responsibilities for various special events; • Assisting with inter-active presentations; • Compiling statistics; • Preparing briefing materials; • Other duties as required The expected deliverables of this internship include but are not limited to: keeping the Service Standard Operating Procedures guide up-to-date based on the current procedures in place; assisting in the virtual workshops on registration processes for Permanent Mission personnel; maintaining the PLS website; providing support during special events; assisting in front desk duties, etc.

Qualifications/special skills

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, one of the following conditions must be met: (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. In addition, interested candidates must: • Have advanced organizational skills and attention to detail, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Display positive attitude and commitment to the mission, willingness to complete a variety of tasks, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Possess extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite to include, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. • Possess strong customer service skills and be comfortable making telephone calls and having in-person contact with PLS clients. 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.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat).

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.

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Describe a time when you had to organize a project or event with limited resources. This question assesses your organizational skills and resourcefulness. Provide specific examples of how you planned and executed the project effectively.
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