Addressing Mis/Disinformation Intern null

About United Nations

The United Nations stands as a global sentinel for cooperation, championing diplomacy over conflict and unity over division. Committed to fostering peace, development, and human rights, it transcends borders to address the world's most pressing challenges, epitomizing the collective aspirations of humanity toward a harmonious and just world.

Your role

About the internship:

This internship is unpaid and is designed to be in person and full-time (35 hours per week) on the United Nations premises (New York, USA). This internship can be adjusted based on the needs of the successful candidate to part-time (20 hours per week) and/or remote.

About the team:

This internship is located in the Addressing Mis/Disinformation Team in the Policy and Best Practices Service (PBPS), Division of Policy, Evaluation and Training (DEPT) in the Department of Peace Operations (DPO). The Intern will report to the Policy Officer and the Senior Programme Management Officer of the Addressing Misinformation/Disinformation Team.

The expected duration of this internship is 2-6 months, with the desired start date set for 18 March 2024, or sooner.

The intern will support the Addressing Mis/Disinformation team with the following tasks:

• Assist in researching issues related to the mis/disinformation.
• Assist in monitoring and analysing the information environments, within peacekeeping settings, using various digital platforms.
• Assist in the production and review of various policies, papers, and other documents/materials.
• Assist in preparing reports, concept papers, policy documents, talking points, articles and other materials.
• Assist in the development of strategic communications, presentations and visualizations.
• Attend and take notes at conferences and meetings.
• Assist in servicing conferences and meetings.
• Assist in maintaining/managing databases.
• Perform other duties as required. 

Training & development

United Nations India prioritizes employee training and development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and growth. Through comprehensive programs, employees enhance their skills, knowledge, and global perspectives, equipping them to contribute effectively to the organization's mission and global development goals.

Salary & benefits

The UN internship is unpaid.

However, interns are entitled to certain benefits:

• Job Training
• Gymnasium
• Free Transport
• Team Outings
• Cafeteria
• Soft Skill Training

Career progression

At the United Nations, interns gain practical experience through engaging in meaningful work across various fields, contributing to the UN's mission of promoting peace, sustainable development, and human rights. With a strong focus on mentorship and professional development, the program equips interns with the skills and knowledge necessary for future career advancement within the organization as well as other organizations.

Work-life balance

The United Nations strongly recognizes that interns need time for personal and social activities outside of work to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The intern is expected to work five days a week, on a full-time basis. They provide opportunities for interns to engage in meaningful work while ensuring they have time for personal growth and well-being.

Culture & vibe

UN India recognizes the vital role of culture in fostering decent work, poverty reduction, social resilience, and gender equality for sustainable development. While career progression can be challenging, freshers benefit from a multicultural environment that values integrity, professionalism, and diversity.

About you

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
• Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree 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 students in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor's 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.

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.

Intern specific text:

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.

How to apply

To apply for this role, click on the "Apply on employer site" button, which navigates to the career section where the application can be filled out and submitted directly.

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 this specific internship.
• Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.un.org
• youtube.com.