About United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs

United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairsis 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 for Outer Space Affairs, 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 Disaster Management UN-SPIDER
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Vienna (Remote work possible)
• Department:United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: The basic education required is HS Diploma.
• 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: 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: 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..
• 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.

Skills

• Provide support to the team in organizing UN-SPIDER conferences, events and workshops.
• Assist in the planning for training activities and technical advisory missions.
• Provide assistance in formatting documents such as concept notes, agenda, background papers, badges etc.
• GIS/Remote sensing research.
• Support with content and maintenance of the UN-SPIDER Knowledge Portal.
• Support with ongoing communication materials such as publications, news stories, user stories, brochures etc.

Benefits

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

How to Apply