About Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure

Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structureis 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 provides an invaluable opportunity to gain firsthand experience in international political analysis, crisis management, and diplomatic affairs within the UN system. Working with Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure, you will support critical activities related to conflict prevention, peace-building, and political analysis that directly impact global peace and security. You will assist with research, briefing preparation, information analysis, and administrative support for high-level diplomatic activities and peacekeeping operations. This position is ideal for students or recent graduates in international relations, political science, peace studies, or related fields who are passionate about contributing to international peace and security.

Key Details

• Job Title:Intern – Political Affairs
• Grade:I-1
• Location:New York, United States (Flexible: in-person, hybrid, or remote)
• Department:Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelors degree or equivalent).
• Academic Qualifications: Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience.
• Academic Qualifications: However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Masters or Ph.D.
• Academic Qualifications: Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelors, Masters or PH.D.
• Academic Qualifications: Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application.
• Academic Qualifications: Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.
• Academic Qualifications: Demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations, most specifically in the peace and security field and a personal commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Teams is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Knowledge of data management using Power BI or other software (for example Salesforce or other CRM software) to collate and present data effectively is highly desired, as well as knowledge of graphic/visual editing software (e.g.

Skills

• Conduct online research to update the database of potential candidates for senior leadership positions, create new profiles, and conduct due diligence checks using open sources. Information contained in this database must be treated with the utmost level of confidentiality.
• Prepare mission and country profiles with background documentation and mapping of key stakeholders in support of high-level recruitment processes.
• Support outreach initiatives by assisting with the preparation of meeting documents and promotional materials that require basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe products).
• Monitor and provide weekly reports on global leadership news within the UN, regional organizations and Member States.
• Collect data on leadership trends in the field and support the preparation of internal progress and data reports using Excel, PowerPoint and Canva, among other applications.
• Attend webinars and other information sessions within the United Nations at the request of the Supervisor or Section Chief and produce short summaries.
• Provide support to other ongoing projects administered by the Section upon request, such as leadership support initiatives, strengthening of assessment processes, onboarding processes, and end-of-assignment processes.

Benefits

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

How to Apply