About United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimeis 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 United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, 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:Intern – UNVTF
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Vienna, Austria
• Department:United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have recently completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have recently completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelors degree or equivalent).
• Academic Qualifications: Be computer literate in standard software applications;
• Academic Qualifications: Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.
• Language: Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.
• Language: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat..

Skills

• Support the development of a wide range of communication materials (e.g., print products, articles, human interest stories, video scripts) to highlight UNVTFs impact, the work of grantees, and good practices in victim assistance.
• Gather relevant content and raw materials from grantees and civil society partners to produce impact stories and innovative case examples from the field.
• Manage digital communications, including drafting, scheduling, and monitoring content for UNVTFs social media channels (X/Twitter, Facebook) and regularly updating and maintaining the UNVTF website.
• Assist in the full cycle of the UNVTF Call for Proposals, including preparation of the Terms of Reference and guidelines, launch coordination, application screening, and shortlisting.
• Track grantee progress and monitor compliance with reporting requirements to ensure timely and quality submission of narrative and financial reports.
• Serve as a point of contact for grantees, responding to queries and providing guidance on UNVTF procedures and reporting standards.
• Coordinate routine administrative tasks such as travel arrangements, meeting scheduling, procurement support, and filing of documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of programme-related correspondence, agreements, reports, and contact databases.
• Support the planning and execution of UNVTF events, including workshops, stakeholder consultations, and coordination meetings, by providing logistical and administrative support such as scheduling, participant communication, documentation, and on-site coordination.
• Draft, edit, and update project reports, briefing notes, donor reports, and other communication outputs related to UNVTF activities.
• Assist in the preparation of funding proposals and donor correspondence.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply