Overview

Internship opportunity within the Economic Affairs and Sustainable Development job network. Focuses on supporting the Regional Commissions - New York Office.

Tasks Summary

• Attend and take notes of intergovernmental and UN inter-agency meetings
• Draft official documents and weekly reports
• Conduct analysis and research of regional trends and sustainable development
• Provide logistical assistance during conferences/meetings

Experience Requirements

No working experience is required.

Qualification Requirements

• Enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher)
• Enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent)

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in spoken and written English.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset.

Contract Duration: 2-6 months

Work Modality: in-person and full-time (35 hours) but can be adjusted based on request

Remuneration: 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.