About United Nations Conference on Trade and Development

United Nations Conference on Trade and Developmentis 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 Conference on Trade and Development, 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:TrainForTrade Intern (In-Person or Remote Internship)
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Geneva (Remote work possible)
• Department:United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Should 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
• Fluency spoken and written English and French is required.
• Language: Knowledge of Spanish is an advantage..
• Support other activities of the Section as required. To work remotely the applicant shall have full access to a computer with a modern browser in which to run the latest version of Office 365 applications that will allow him/her to perform the tasks within the scope of the internship. The computer must have basic IT security best practices implemented. At a minimum, the applicant should have:

Skills

• Assist in quantitative and qualitative background research on Trade related issues, Digital Economy, Trade Statistics, Port Management.
• Participation in online meetings and webinars with the supervisor and/or the team.
• Contribute to the management of TrainForTrade online courses, moderation in the forum, exchange of emails with participants, work on the restitution webinars.
• Prepare short drafts on specific issues as indicated by the supervisors, including development of charts, graphs.
• Assist with proof reading and editing publications and course material.
• Contribute to the social media activities of the programme
• Draft news for TFT website and update the online calendar of activities.
• Installed on his/her computer the latest version of the Microsoft Windows operating system, software and security updates as soon as they are issued.
• Enabled the built-in software firewall that comes with the operating software of the computer.

Benefits

• BANK ACCOUNTS.