Political Affairs - Intern

Job Description

Work Location

• In-person

Expected Duration

• 3–6 months

Duties and Responsibilities
The Political Affairs Intern will work under the overall guidance of the Chief of MEU and direct supervision of the internship coordinator. This is an unpaid, full-time, and in-person internship at the New York duty station.

• Interns will be assigned a primary supervisor
• Expected to follow official working hours (five days a week with one hour for lunch)
• Flexible time arrangements may be considered upon request

Daily responsibilities will depend on the intern’s background, assigned tasks, and the internship period. Tasks may include:

• Drafting and preparing official documents, summaries, talking points, speeches, remarks, and web content
• Attending and summarizing conferences and meetings
• Conducting research, including document, media, and internet searches
• Assisting during conferences and meetings
• Performing other duties as required

Start date: September 2025
Minimum duration: 3 months

Qualifications / Special Skills
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria at the time of application:

• Be enrolled in the final year of a first university degree programme (Bachelor’s or equivalent)
• Be enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. programme
• Have recently completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. programme

Additional requirements:

• No prior professional experience is required
• Field of study must be closely related to the type of internship
• Applicants must indicate which eligibility criteria they meet and provide supporting documentation
• An official certificate may be required at a later stage

Languages

• Fluency in English (oral and written) is required
• Fluency in Arabic is highly desirable
• Knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Russian, or Chinese) is an advantage

Additional Information: Intern-Specific Text

• Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations
• Interns are responsible for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses
• Non-citizens or permanent residents may need to obtain the appropriate visa or work authorization
• Successful candidates should clarify visa requirements before accepting the offer

Deadline : Aug 7, 2025