Data - Intern

Job Description

Work Location

• New York, USA

Expected Duration

• 4–6 months
• Desired start date: 1 February 2026

Organizational Context

• The Office of the Special Coordinator on Improving the United Nations Response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (OSCSEA) supports the Secretary-General and UN leadership in strengthening responses to sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) across peacekeeping, humanitarian, development, and human rights sectors.
• OSCSEA works with UN offices, departments, funds, programmes, and other implementing partners to enhance accountability, transparency, and strategic decision-making regarding SEA.

Responsibilities
Under the supervision of an OSCSEA staff member, the intern will:

• Clean and organize raw data related to SEA.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative data analysis, including trend analysis, to support reporting, prevention, and response strategies.
• Develop and improve dashboards and data visualizations using Power BI, Verint, Excel, and other web-based tools.
• Draft visual storytelling materials, infographics, and presentations to support decision-making, advocacy, and communication strategies.
• Support ongoing projects related to system-wide SEA data coordination and knowledge sharing.
• Analyze gaps in the iReport system and collate recommendations from users to enhance data collection and reporting.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to improve internal data workflows and propose innovative solutions for data use.
• Support analysis, dissemination, and presentation of results from the annual system-wide survey on PSEA.
• Provide general office support, including drafting and processing correspondence and other communications.
• Undertake other responsibilities as required.

Qualifications / Special Skills

• Must meet one of the following:
• • Enrolled in, or completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or higher)
  • Enrolled in, or completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level)
• No prior work experience is required; academic training, coursework, or skills should contribute to the United Nations’ work.
• Computer literacy in standard software applications is required.
• Demonstrated interest in the work of the UN and commitment to its ideals.
• Ability to interact successfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and beliefs, demonstrating tolerance and understanding of differing opinions.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required
• Knowledge of French is desirable
• Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage

Additional Information

• Visa and work authorization requirements: Interns in the USA who are not citizens, permanent residents, or on another non-immigrant status (e.g., F1 visa) must obtain a G4 visa.
• Interns are responsible for ensuring valid visas and, if required, employment authorization (CPT/OPT).

Intern-Specific Information

• Interns are not financially remunerated by the UN.
• Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or sponsoring institutions.
• Non-citizens or non-permanent residents may require appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.

Deadline : Dec 8, 2025