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About United Nations

The United Nations stands as a global sentinel for cooperation, championing diplomacy over conflict and unity over division. Committed to fostering peace, development, and human rights, it transcends borders to address the world's most pressing challenges, epitomizing the collective aspirations of humanity toward a harmonious and just world.

Your role

Duties and Responsibilities

Org. Setting and Reporting: The internship is located in the Field Operations Finance Division (FOFD) in the Office of Programme, Planning, Finance and Budget (OPPFB) in the Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC). The SPM&GAMP Service provides strategic guidance concerning global property management and real estate services, including oversight of major construction projects and long-term capital planning. The internship is for three months, with possible extensions up to a maximum of six months, depending on the needs of the department. 

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Research and compile information relating to project mandates, expenditures, and adopted strategies, as they relate to project proposals and submissions;
• Assist in drafting and preparing official documents, reports, and presentations;
• Assist in organizing, attending, and summarizing meetings;
• Generate a variety of statistical and other reports using various spreadsheets/data in Excel, SAP, and MS PowerBI;
• Support evaluation of projects;
• Identify variances between approved budgets and actual project expenditures;
• Liaise with other Sections in FOFD and/or other UN entities on administrative matters;
• Perform ad hoc tasks as needed.

Training & development

The United Nations internship program offers comprehensive training opportunities to aspiring professionals. With a focus on cultivating skills and knowledge across various fields, interns gain valuable hands-on experience and exposure to the organization's work. Through mentorship, workshops, and practical assignments, the program equips interns with the necessary tools to thrive in their careers and contribute to the UN's global mission.

Benefits

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.

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Health insurance.
• Holidays and leave.
• Retirement pension.
• Travel and shipping expenses, etc.

Career progression

At the United Nations, interns gain practical experience through engaging in meaningful work across various fields, contributing to the UN's mission of promoting peace, sustainable development, and human rights. With a strong focus on mentorship and professional development, the program equips interns with the skills and knowledge necessary for future career advancement within the organization and other organizations.

Work-life balance

The United Nations strongly recognizes that interns need time for personal and social activities outside of work to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The intern is expected to work five days a week, on a full-time basis. They provide opportunities for interns to engage in meaningful work while ensuring they have time for personal growth and well-being. Interns work up to five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the office to which they are assigned.

Culture & vibe

At the United Nations, the culture and vibe are truly exceptional. From savoring a delightful cup of coffee to engaging with talented colleagues, it's a place that offers insightful experiences in a friendly environment. Embracing diversity, the workspace becomes a vibrant hub of varied perspectives, while maintaining high standards for sustained success.

About you

Qualifications/special skills

• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
  • Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
• Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience.
• However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.
• Applicants must be a student in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor's or equivalent), Master’s, or Ph.D. Program or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master or PH.D. Program.
• Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.

Languages:

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.
• Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.
• Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

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.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx
• careers.un.org/payandbenefits?language=en
• youtube.com/unitednations