For more information on the responsibilities and eligibility for this internship position, please visit the UN Careers portal.
The Asian and Pacific Training Centre for Information and Communication Technology for Development (APCICT/ESCAP) internship is for a minimum period of 2 months with an opportunity for extension up to 6 months, depending on the needs of the department.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background as well as the internship period. Duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Provide assistance in improving the functionality of the website and e-learning portal
- Support the development e-learning content by using relevant software applications
- Undertake various researches as directed by the Supervisor by collecting, analyzing and presenting statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources
- Assist in administrative and substantive support to meetings and conferences, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics etc
- Provide support for computer information systems and applications;
- Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor
Work Experience
No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
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 asset. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
REMOTE INTERNSHIPS: “In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship.”
