Intern - Project Support (Shanghai Award)

United Nations - UN United Nations Human Settlements Programme

Internship Closes 14 May 2026 8 days left

Overview

This internship position supports the implementation of the Shanghai Award and the Shanghai Manual annual report, including communications, advocacy, and project management activities.


Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in drafting, editing and preparing publicity materials related to Shanghai Award and Shanghai Manual.
  • Support regular updates and maintenance of content on the Shanghai Award website and relevant internet platforms.
  • Assist in technical documents development and information organization related to the Shanghai Award application and review process.
  • Conduct research, support case collection and drafting for Shanghai Manual.
  • Assist in database development and analysis for Shanghai Award and Shanghai Manual.
  • Support planning and organizing meetings, workshops, seminars, and other events and processes related to Shanghai Award and Shanghai Manual.
  • Provide project management and administrative support as needed.
  • Perform any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Required Experience

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. Experience in organizing meetings and events is desirable. Experience in creating content for the public, e.g. social media posts, emails, newsletters, press materials, etc.is desirable.

Qualifications

Applicants must at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent), c. Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent. Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in oral and written English is required.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.
Contract Duration
6 months
Work Modality
In-person
Remuneration
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
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