About International Trade Centre

International Trade Centreis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and international cooperation and sustainable development. Working with International Trade Centre, you will contribute to meaningful projects that address global challenges and promote sustainable development. You will develop valuable professional skills while working in a multicultural, international environment alongside experienced professionals.

Key Details

• Job Title:Youth and Trade Programme Support Intern
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Geneva (Remote work possible)
• Department:International Trade Centre
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Applicants to the programme shall, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements: a) Be enrolled in the final academic year of the first university degree programme (minimum Bachelors level or equivalent); or b) Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or c) Have graduated with a university degree (Bachelors or Masters equivalent) and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.
• Language: Languages and Skills: – Fluency in written and spoken English is required. – Ability to work independently and learn quickly – Proficiency in Excel – Experience in drafting communication material with Canvas – Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to interact with colleagues in an international office environment.

Skills

• ITC is 100% “Aid for Trade”, supporting trade that delivers inclusive and sustainable development results.
• ITC works at three levels: – Strengthening the integration of the business sector in developing countries and economies in transition into the global economy, – Improving the performance of trade and investment support institutions for the benefit of small and medium size enterprises (SMEs), and enhancing the abilities of trade support institutions to better support them, – Improving the international competitiveness of SMEs.
• The Youth and Trade initiative: Within the International Trade Centre, the Division of Sustainable and Inclusive Trade and within the section of Women, Youth and Vulnerable Communities, the Youth and Trade initiative offers specialized solutions, in partnership with relevant institutions, to create opportunities to support youth economic empowerment by reinforcing their skills for employability and entrepreneurship.
• ITC manages a global community supporting young entrepreneurs Ye! Community, which connects youth entrepreneurs and key ecosystem actors to provide access to resources, tools, opportunities, and networks, to enhance their entrepreneurial capacities.
• The overall objective (impact) of the Ye! Community is to empower young people with the right skills, networks, and support to build sustainable and impactful enterprises.
• The Program cultivates, accelerates, and amplifies youth-led green business solutions.
• It will influence policy, raise awareness, and foster social values concerning environmental sustainability.
• The Program has a special focus on nurturing and catalyzing youth entrepreneurship for sustainable land management and ecological restoration.
• The Program is centred around the objective of cultivating a new generation of ecopreneurs who view sustainable initiatives as a viable and profitable business endeavor.
• It will advocate for the importance of green youth entrepreneurship, raise awareness, and foster sustainable land management practices and social values that prioritize environmental sustainability.

Benefits

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