- Support the design, development, and implementation of e-learning programmes.
- Create graphic design assets for training materials.
- Assist with training evaluation design, data collection, data analysis, and data visualization. Applicants should have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
- Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views;
- Be proficient in standard office software systems (e.g., MS Office 365 or similar)
- Applicants should have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
- Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views;
- Be proficient in standard office software systems (e.g., MS Office 365 or similar)
- Preference will be given to applicants with a strong background in instructional design and demonstrated proficiency in content authoring software (Articulate 360 and/or Adobe Captivate), Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro), and using a Moodle-based Learning Management System. 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. Good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams is required. Ability to use learning authoring tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate or Adobe creative suites (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, AfterEffects) is desirable. Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master's or Ph.
- The minimum duration of this internship is three months which can be extended up to a totalperiod of six months.
- The receiving entity agrees in writing to accept an intern on the basis of flexible working arrangements.
- Title of degree you are currently pursuing
- Graduation date from your current program
- List of IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
- List your top three areas of interest/department preferences
- Explain why you are the best candidate
- Explain your interest in the UN Internship Programme in your Candidate Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences (if any), skills, and three references.
Intern – Programme Management - New York, United States - UN - United Nations
Description
Work LocationIn person in New York or remote, full time or part time modalities would be considered.
Expected duration
3-6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
This internship is located within the Capacity Development and Operational Training Service (CDOTS)/Department of Operational Support (DOS).
DOS provides end-to-end operational support, advisory services, and other solutions to the operating entities across the Secretariat, including other departments, offices away from headquarters, field missions, and regional commissions.
CDOTS provides operational training, language and communications training, and training on enterprise resource management systems, and knowledge management, and leads as the main facilitator of business process management activities in the UN Secretariat.
The internship is for a maximum period of six months. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours). The Intern will work under the supervision of the Training Officer in charge.The Intern will be responsible for the following duties:
Education:
To qualify for an internship by the United Nations Headquarters Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (1)
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (2) Be enrolled in the FINAL academic year of a university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); Competencies:
Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application.
Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Additional Information
Visa and
Work Authorization Mandatory Requirements:
For internships in the United States of America, interns who are not United States citizens, permanent residents or on another non-immigrant (such as F1 visa) status, will be required to obtain a G4 visa.
Interns will be responsible for ensuring that they have a valid visa, and if required, employment authorization (CPT/OPT), allowing them to undertake the internship.
Terms of the internship programme:
Internships may be undertaken on the basis of flexible working arrangements if:
The Cover Note must include:
Intern Specific text
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.
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.
Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).