Intern – Financial Information at Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget – United States REMOTE POSSIBLE
Recruiter: Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget
About Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget
Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget is 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 Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget, 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.
Full Job Description
Work Location
New York
Expected duration
3-6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
This position is located in the Office of the Director of the Finance Division / Deputy Controller. The Finance Division is responsible for securing the financing of the Organizations expenses, pursuant to Article 17 of the Charter of the United Nations, and to ensure sound, effective and efficient integrated financial management of and reporting on United Nations resources, supported by a strong internal control environment. The Intern reports to the Director’s Special Assistant and Administrative Officer. This internship is unpaid and designed to be full-time and in-person but can be adjusted based on the needs of the successful candidate to part-time (20 hours per week) and/or remote. The intern will support the team in the administration and further development of the Global Intern Network on Microsoft Teams. Tasks will include: – reviewing data, testing and providing timely support to team members of the office. – assisting in drafting and preparing presentations and reports. – providing assistance/feedback in the process of producing cost recovery module dashboards. – collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data relevant to predictive modeling tasks. – providing inputs to building machine learning models using regression, decision trees and ensemble methods. – helping evaluate model performance and iterate based on findings. – documenting results and communicate insights to the team.
Qualifications/special skills
Education: To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, 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); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent). Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Ability to identify and understand the various symbols on official United Nations documents and familiarity with finance related official documents and files.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Additional Information
Visa and Work Authorization Mandatory Requirements: For in-person internships in the United States of America, persons who are not United States citizens, permanent residents or on another non-immigrant visa status (such as F-1 or J-1 visa), will be required to obtain a G-4 visa for a full-time (at least 35 hours per week) internship. Candidates who are on a non-immigrant visa status as students such as F-1 or J-1 visa with an employment authorization will only be able to intern on a part-time basis.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS BANK ACCOUNTS.
Key Details
- Job Title: Intern – Financial Information
- Grade: I-1
- Location: New York (Remote work possible)
- Department: Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget
- Contract Type: Internship
- Salary: Unpaid
Qualifications
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
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
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. UN internships are unpaid. Candidates for the UN Internship Programme are required to cover the cost of travel including Visa, accommodation, health insurance and other living expenses for the duration of the internship.