The intern will work with the designated staff of the Asian and Pacific Centre for Transfer of Technology (APCTT) in supporting the implementation of the Centre's substantive work programme. The work programme broadly involves developing and promoting regional mechanisms and platforms for the transfer of technologies (especially new and emerging technologies such as climate technologies, renewable energy, artificial intelligence and climate-resilient infrastructure); organising knowledge sharing and capacity-building events with policymakers, experts and research institutions in the above areas; and carrying out analytical work to assist ESCAP member States in the following areas: Climate Change, Environment, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Environmental journalism, International Relations related to science and technology, innovation, entrepreneurship.
The intern will support the implementation of the organization's strategies in the above areas including working on communication products in the above areas. The intern will work with the APCTT team to shape, package, and deliver knowledge products that drive further recognition for APCTT's work.
The nature of the work that would be assigned to an intern would depend on the intern's academic and professional background and his/her area of interest meeting the requirements of the work programme of the Centre. The interns will be provided with specific TOR (terms of reference) relevant to the particular programme area assigned to them.
The internship at the Asian and Pacific Centre for Transfer of Technology is for a minimum of two months with an opportunity to extend it for not more than six months if required by APCTT. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background and the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.
The work programme of ESCAP-APCTT covers analytical and normative work, policy support and advocacy, technical assistance and capacity-building activities. Under immediate supervision, the intern is responsible for contributing to the technical cooperation project(s) related to the work programme of ESCAP-APCTT for the implementation of the SDGs. The topic of the project will depend on the intern's background, skills, and interests.
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one or more of the following requirements:
Competencies
Languages
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.
However, interns are entitled to certain benefits:
Learning Opportunities during the course of the internship: ESCAP-APCTT provides interns with an opportunity to enhance their understanding of:
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.
A completed online application (Cover Note and Candidate Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
In the online Candidate Profile, applicants must include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.
Please note that due to the large number of applicants, it is not possible to reply to each application and that only short-listed applicants will be contacted for further consideration.
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The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.
India
Indian Citizen
Indian Permanent Resident
Indian Student Visa