Research and Programme Management Intern (Start ASAP)

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

Expected duration: 3 to 6 Months

About the team and role:

The Staffing, Diversity, and Outreach Section, Strategic Talent Management Service, Global Strategy and Policy Division of the Office of Human Resources/DMSPC seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated Intern to join their team. The prospective intern must have a strong interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly in promoting geographical diversity; excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills; effective communication and interpersonal skills; capable of working collaboratively in a team environment; ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with attention to detail and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

The intern will support the workstream responsible for coordinating efforts to increase geographical representation in the UN Secretariat by developing partnerships with Member States, undertaking targeted talent outreach campaigns to draw the broadest pool of candidates for Secretariat positions, and focusing on attracting candidates from unrepresented and underrepresented Member States. The team develops innovative talent outreach initiatives to attract and retain a diverse workforce in the Organization. The workstream also supports the implementation of purposeful partnership arrangements with Member States. The intern will report to the Human Resources Officer.

Under the supervision of team leaders, the intern will:

• Assist in the coordination of various programs/projects planning and preparation.
• Provide assistance in support of planning and implementation of a variety of activities, typically, involving multiple stakeholders.
• Assist in the research and analysis of geographical diversity trends and labor market within unrepresented and underrepresented Member States.
• Contribute to the development of strategies and programs aimed at increasing geographical representation among the workforce.
• Assists in the monitoring and evaluation of programs/projects; updates, tracks, and analyses data related to programs/projects.
• Assist with researching, compiling, and analyzing information/data on specific programs/projects and related topics on improving geographical diversity and representation.
• Assist with drafting of correspondence and communications related to all aspects of program/activities and other related matters.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to organize diversity-focused events and initiatives; participate in meetings and workshops related to diversity and inclusion.
• Liaise with the team to organize online events/webinars hosted on platforms such as MS Teams/Zoom to ensure such events have maximum impact.
• Assist in creating and distributing internal communications related to diversity and inclusion efforts; assist with visualizations and updating information material or brochures.
• Draft program outlines/summaries/minutes of meetings and produces final draft.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Salary & 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, 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.

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;

• (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) Be enrolled in public information, communications, social science, or related field, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program in (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 students 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's, or PH.D. Program.
• Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Excellent communication and drafting skills are desirable.
• Applicants should have excellent knowledge of MS Office and other standard software applications, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel MS Teams, Zoom platform, etc. Ability to draft news articles and social media posts in desirable. The ability to design surveys and polls is desirable.

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.

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