The work location, duration, and modality can be adjusted based on the request of the successful candidate and operational needs.
Option 1: Flexible (Hybrid, all remote, or in-person)
Option 2: In-person/ New York, USA
Option 3: Hybrid (a few days per week in-person in New York, USA, and a few days per week remote)
Option 4: All remote
Expected Duration
3 months with a possibility of extension up to 6 months.
Duties and Responsibilities
The internship is UNPAID, full-time (35 hours per week) for three to six months.
Work location, duration, and modality can be adjusted according to the successful candidate’s request and operational needs.
Start dates: One intern in October–November 2025; one intern in January–February 2026.
Report to the Head of Office, Office for Coordination and Shared Services (OCSS).
Support organizational culture initiatives ensuring inclusion, innovation, and effectiveness through the “Building Our Pillar” programme.
Support the team in:
Implementing activities according to the Building Our Pillar action plan, including the MyCareer initiative, Gender Parity Action Plan, and Disability Inclusion Action Plan.
Collecting, analyzing, and visualizing quantitative and qualitative information.
Updating online information related to staff engagement activities.
Assisting with the preparation of weekly newsletters and other communications.
Supporting change management initiatives.
Coordinating and assisting with specific events.
Performing other ad hoc duties 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 degree or equivalent).
Relevant fields: communications, management, data, human resources, or related subjects.
Field of study closely related to the type of internship applied for is required.
Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable.
Good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
UN staff family restrictions: Children or siblings of a UN staff member are not eligible.
Candidates must cover the cost of travel, visas, accommodation, health insurance, and living expenses.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat.
Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.
Additional Information
The UN Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Interns are not financially remunerated; costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution.
Interns in the United States who are not citizens, permanent residents, or on a G-4 visa must obtain the appropriate visa.
Interns outside the United States must have a valid visa and work permit for their duty station.
Applicants previously serving six months as an intern in one or more UN Common Systems cannot be engaged again.
Family restrictions: Children, siblings, and in-laws (including stepchildren or stepsiblings) of active UN staff cannot be engaged as interns.
Motivational Statement must include:
Title of degree currently pursued.
Graduation date.
Explanation of why the applicant is the best candidate for this internship.
Explanation of interest in the UN Internship Programme.
Personal History Profile should include past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.
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 the intern or their sponsoring institution.
Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents may need appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.
Successful candidates should discuss specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
Deadline : Sep 30, 2025
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