About Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs

Department of Political and Peacebuilding 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 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, 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:Political Affairs Intern – Supporting the Work of the Peacebuilding and Peace Support Office
• Grade:I-1
• Location:New York, United States (Flexible: in-person, hybrid, or remote)
• Department:Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for th is position. The United Nations does not financially remunerate interns. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. For internships in the United States of America, interns who are not United States citizens, permanent residents, or not currently in the United States on a nonimmigrant visa status will be required to obtain a G-4 visa. If already in the United States of America on another non-immigrant visa status other than G-4, interns will be responsible for ensuring that they have a valid visa and, if required, employment authorization, allowing them to undertake the internship. For internships outside the United States, interns who are not citizens of the country, permanent residents, or not currently in the country’s nonimmigrant visa status will be required to obtain a valid visa and work permit, allowing them to undertake the internship. The United Nations must ensure all applicants for an internship, regardless of citizenship or national origin, are authorized to work from the country where the internship will be undertaken either remotely, hybrid or on the UN-premise duty station. Before resuming an internship, the applicant must submit proof of visa and/or work authorization. Applicants who have previously served six months, in total, as an intern in one or more UN Common Systems cannot be engaged as an intern. Applicants who are children, siblings, and sons or daughters-in-law (including stepchildren, half-siblings, or stepsiblings) of an active staff member in a UN Common System cannot be engaged as an intern. In your Motivational Statement, please indicate when you would like to start your internship. Please note that the start and end dates are flexible. A complete online application is required. The Motivational Statement must also include: Title of degree you are currently pursuing. Graduation Date (When will you be graduating/have graduated from the programme?) Explain why you are the best candidate for th is specific internship Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.

Skills

• Not specified in the official posting

Benefits

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

How to Apply