Deadlines Approaching Soon- United Nations Internship Programmes- (2024) (Internal Audit Division, Internal Oversight Services, Civil Society Team, SDGs and Impact Programme Support)
Deadlines Approaching Soon- United Nations Internship Programmes- (2024) (Internal Audit Division, Internal Oversight Services, Civil Society Team, SDGs and Impact Programme Support)
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- NY Audit Division
- Duration: 3-6 months
- Geneva Human Rights
- Duration: 3-6 months
- Geneva UNEP Finance
- Duration: 6 months
- In-Person INTERNSHIP – Internal Audit Division (IAD), Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) in New York
Job Opening ID: 233427
Work Location: New York
Expected Duration: 3-6 months
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work as a member of an audit team in the Internal Audit Division (IAD) of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) in New York.
- Assist in data collection, analysis, and other assigned tasks under the direct supervision of an Auditor.
- Prepare working papers for review by the auditor in charge.
- Contribute to the collection and analysis of data, including identifying trends or patterns and providing draft insights through graphs, charts, tables, and reports.
- Assist in other ad-hoc activities, including reviews of working papers, as instructed.
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Qualifications/special skills:
- Must be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent), or enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent), or have graduated with a university degree and must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
- Computer literate in standard software applications, preferably including Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
- Demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to its Charter.
- Ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
- Registered for or have completed studies in business administration, finance, accounting, statistics, data science, or a related field.
- Experience in analysis of complete sets of data to identify anomalies and trends is desirable. Audit experience is also desirable.
- Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.
Additional Information:
- This internship is unpaid and full-time.
- Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
- Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.
2. Internship – Human Rights – Office of the Director, Civil Society Team
Job Opening ID: 232900
Work Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Expected Duration: 3 – 6 Months
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Located in the Office of the Director, Human Rights Council and Treaty Mechanisms Division (CTMD), specifically within its Civil Society Team.
- Support civil society’s engagement with human rights mechanisms.
- Assist in facilitating NGO-related meetings within the Human Rights Council and Universal Periodic Review sessions.
- Review NGO written statements submitted to the Human Rights Council, compile information on engagement with human rights mechanisms, and maintain relevant databases and webpages.
- Draft correspondence, conduct research, and disseminate information pertaining to the Division.
- Contribute to outreach and human rights mainstreaming initiatives.
- Attend to queries/requests from the Director, Branch Chiefs, and stakeholders.
- Facilitate internal exchange of information and coordination on relevant human rights mechanisms within the Office and the United Nations.
- Assist in disseminating information about the work of human rights mechanisms.
- Undertake research on issues relevant to the Division’s work.
- Assist with collaborative work and activities organized with other Divisions, United Nations agencies, and bodies.
- Perform other related duties as appropriate.
You may also be eligible for: UNESCO The World Academy of Science TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship Programme (2025-2026)
Qualifications/special skills:
- Applicants must be a graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme, preferably in law, political science, international relations, social sciences, or a related field.
- No professional work experience required.
- Fluency in English or French is required, knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another United Nations official language would be an advantage (i.e. Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish).
Additional Information:
- This internship is unpaid and full-time.
- Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
- Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.
3.UNEP Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) SDGs and Impact Programme Support Internship
Job Opening ID: 233823
Work Location: Geneva
Expected Duration: 6 months
Duties and Responsibilities: As an intern with the SDGs & Impact workstream at UNEP FI, you will support the implementation of the organization’s work programme related to sustainable development goals (SDGs) and impact management. Your duties may include:
- Assisting in the development of impact management tools, mappings, and guidance materials.
- Supporting the refinement of interoperability packages related to UNEP FI’s holistic impact methodology.
- Contributing to various workstreams of the Impact Management Platform.
- Conducting research on impact definitions, indicators, and metrics.
- Researching financial sector, corporate, and sovereign impact management norms, practices, policies, and regulations.
- Coordinating communications with UNEP FI teams, communities of practice, and partners.
- Producing and disseminating communication materials.
- Maintaining databases, directories, web pages, and social media presence.
- Assisting in preparations for meetings and events.
- Supporting other relevant tasks as needed.
Qualifications/special skills:
- Candidates must meet one of the following criteria: enrolled in a graduate school programme, enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program, or have graduated within the past year.
- Relevant experience and studies in finance, economics, sustainable development, and/or international relations/affairs.
- Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French, Spanish, and Arabic is desirable.
Additional Information:
- Interested applicants must submit a completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note through the UN careers Portal.
- Proof of enrollment from the current university or a copy of the degree certificate must be provided.
- Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs related to travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns.
- Successful candidates should discuss specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
Note: This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to UNEP FI’s efforts in promoting sustainable finance and achieving the SDGs. If you are passionate about sustainability and impact, this role provides valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic international organization.
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1.Internal Audit Division, Internal Oversight Services,
3. SDGs and Impact Programme Support
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