UNDSS provides leadership, operational support, and oversight of the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) globally
Enables safe and effective delivery of UN programmes in complex environments while maximizing resources
Mission: Enable UN system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions
Opportunity to gain valuable experience, develop security expertise, and contribute to peace, security, human rights, and SDGs
Division of Partnerships and Specialized Support (DPSS) supports UNSMS operations in physical security, training, close protection services, critical incident stress management, road safety, innovations, and digital transformation
Internship duration: 3–6 months, full-time (35 hours/week), in person; part-time (<34 hours/week) or hybrid (20 hours/week) arrangements may be possible on request
Intern reports to a staff member in the assigned office
The Training & Development Section (TDS) intern will assist with managing and administering undsslearning.org
Practical experience in managing an enterprise learning platform, designing and delivering online training programmes, and using learning data to improve performance
Internship Duties
Assist with creation, configuration, and archiving of online courses in the Learning Management System (LMS)
Support learner enrolments and issue course completion certificates
Maintain accurate and up-to-date learner records
Run and compile reports on enrolment, participation, completion, and feedback
Assist in preparation for migration to a new system-wide learning platform, including data verification, record cleanup, and testing
Respond to learner inquiries and provide basic troubleshooting support
Conduct quality checks on courses prior to launch to ensure functionality and consistency
Help prepare and update user guides, SOPs, and FAQs
Qualifications/Special Skills
Enrolled in a graduate programme (second university degree or higher), or in the final year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent), or already graduated with a university degree
Submit a completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile)
Cover Note must include:
Title of degree currently pursued
Graduation date
IT skills and programmes proficiency
Top three areas of interest
Explanation of suitability for the internship
Interest in the UN Internship Programme
Personal History Profile must include past work experience, IT skills, and three references
Adhere to UN Internship Programme rules regarding family relationships, impartiality, independence, confidentiality, and intellectual property
Field of study should relate to the internship applied for
Be computer literate in standard software applications, including MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication, report writing, and presentations
Languages
English and French are UN working languages
Fluency in English (oral and written) is required
Intern Specific Text
Interns are unpaid; costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or sponsoring institution
Non-citizen interns may need visas and work/employment authorization
Successful candidates should verify visa requirements before accepting the internship
Deadline : Sep 25, 2025
Start your application
Applications for this position must be completed on the recruiting organization's website.
