The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.
About the Role
The intern will support ongoing work related to data analytics and digital tools, including contributions to a foresight platform and related analytical workflows.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assisting with the development of guidelines and methodology for research of emerging (environmental) issues
Conducting research on data sources, environmental, and emerging issues
Assisting in organizing and adding to the database
Supporting the compilation, assessment, and ranking of evidence
Supporting documentation of data processes, workflows, and methodologies
Assisting in preparation of technical inputs to reports, presentations, and briefs
Qualifications and Experience
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); or
Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
Field of study: Environmental science, Data Science, Statistics, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Development, or another related field is required.
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.
Skills and Competencies
Be computer literate in standard software applications.
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Ability to do scientific literature research and critically assess information sources.
Understanding of basic environmental science concepts.
Ability to synthesize ideas and write concise reports.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the UN Careers portal or via the application system on the MyJobMag Portal. Ensure to attach proof of your enrollment or graduation status to your application as you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.
