Human Resources Intern

Overview

This internship offers hands-on experience in an HR environment, contributing to impactful projects that shape HR practices within the organization. The role supports the regional office and involves leveraging technology to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.

Tasks Summary

• Working closely with the regional HR focal point and HR team in NY on various projects, including utilizing Power Automate and other HR technologies to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
• Conducting research and potential partnerships and innovative HR solutions to support forward-thinking initiatives within the organization.
• Supporting various administrative tasks, data analysis, reporting and documentation.
• Participating in HR projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing employee experience, talent development and organizational effectiveness.
• Supporting the disability-inclusion aspects of common services solutions, in the context of the SG’s Efficiency Initiatives in UN business operations; Identifying and engaging with persons with disabilities and disability experts; Advocating for disability inclusive practices with RCOs.
• Assisting with communication materials; coordinating with different stakeholders.
• Support the team other/ad hoc activities, including on technical, logistical, and administrative requirements as needed (e.g., planning meetings/workshops, event coordination).
• All other related duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience.

Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint. Strong aptitude for technology and proficiency in Power Automate and AI tools. Excellent research skills and ability to gather and analyze information.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.

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

Contract Duration: 3 - 6 months

Work Modality: remote and part-time (<34 hours per week)

Remuneration: The internship is UNPAID. 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.