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United Nations

  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Sustainable Development Intern (Start ASAP)

Location details

On-site

  • United States

    United States

    • New York

      New York City

Remote

New York ( Hybrid)

  • Online/remote

    Online/remote

    Remote work

  • United States

    United States

    Remote work

    • New York

      New York City

Location

New York City, New York ( Hybrid)

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Opportunity details

  • Opportunity typeInternship, Clerkship or Placement
  • Application open dateApply by 16 Mar 2025
  • Start dateStart date ASAP

Your Role:

Key responsibilities as follows:

  • Monitor, identify, and analyze global trends in sustainable development.
  • Assist with research and analysis for the Secretary-General's Finance Strategy for the 2030 Agenda.
  • Support environmental advocacy, including the Paris Agreement and climate initiatives.
  • Contribute to global health system strengthening and pandemic preparedness.
  • Promote gender equality and empowerment initiatives.
  • Aid in interagency coordination and governance reforms.
  • Support disability inclusion strategies and the "Leave No One Behind" agenda.
  • Assist with SDG data strategy implementation and data financing efforts.
  • Contribute to sustainable food systems transformation projects.

About You:

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

  • Enrolled in or completed a graduate or final year of a first university degree program.
  • No prior work experience required.
  • Fluency in English is essential.

Compensation & Benefits:

Interns are not financially remunerated. Travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses are the intern's responsibility.

Training & Development:

Opportunities for professional growth through hands-on experience in sustainable development initiatives.

Career Progression:

Potential for career advancement in international organizations and sustainable development sectors.

How to Apply:

  • Submit your application by specifying your preferred thematic track in your cover letter.
  • Ensure all visa requirements are discussed before accepting the offer.

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The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.

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Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Study field
Study field (any)

Hiring criteria

  • Experience requirementNo experience required
  • Working rights
    US Citizen
  • Study fields
    Business & Management
  • Degree typesBachelor or higher
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About the employer

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United Nations USA

Number of employees

1,000 - 50,000 employees

Industries

NGO, NFP & Volunteering

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded to promote peace, security, human rights, and cooperation among countries to address global challenges.