Information and Knowledge Management Intern

United Nations - UN United Nations Environment Programme

Internship Closes 17 Jun 2026 13 days left

Overview

This internship supports the front office of the Ecosystems Division by assisting with information and knowledge management tasks, including document organization, digital repository support, and troubleshooting M365 applications.


Key Responsibilities
  • Support the reorganization and optimization of the front office SharePoint/OneDrive filing structures.
  • Assist in document tagging, version management, naming conventions, and archiving in line with UNEP/UN standards.
  • Support migration of documents from older systems or folders to new, structured digital repositories.
  • Support staff with troubleshooting and effective use of Teams, SharePoint, Planner, and other M365 applications.
  • Support preparation of presentations, visuals, and documentation for the Director’s internal meetings.
  • Assist with logistics and set-up of meetings.
  • Maintain updated contact lists for the Director’s Office.
  • Participate in training and learning opportunities provided to interns by the United Nations.
Required Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Program.

Qualifications
  • Applicants must, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements:
  • - Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
  • - Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent);
  • - Have graduated with a university degree in Information Technology, Business Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field.
  • Strong skills in Information Technology are required.
  • Knowledge of the Microsoft Office (productivity tools) for managing workflows, such as Microsoft Power Platform, is required.
Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in English is required.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of another language is an added advantage.
Contract Duration
6 months
Work Modality
Nairobi
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.
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