Intern - Technology and Innovation [temporary]
4 days ago
The TRADE, INVESTMENT AND INNOVATION DIVISION is looking for an intern who will support the work of Technology and Innovation Section for three (3) to six (6) months, pending on the needs of the department.
Science, technology and innovation (STI) is new mandate for the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific. This new work stream will support member States to effectively harness science, technology and innovation to meet the ambitions of the Sustainable Development Goals.
The internship is UNPAID and full-time. 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**:
1. Provide assistance on research studies on a broad range of science, technology and innovation topics such as technology and innovation policy for the SDGs, women's entrepreneurship, social enterprise, inclusive business models and innovative financing.
2. Collect and analyze information/data.
3. Provide assistance on intergovernmental processes.
4. Provide assistance in the organiziation of workshops, expert group meetings and forums.
5. Provide assistance in taking note/minutes of meetings and events.
6. Participate in day-to-day operational tasks of the section. This may include, for example servicing requests for information; support for developing presentations; updating of websites and databases; etc.
7. Present on the work undertaken during internship, or on related research work, at an internal brown bag seminar.
8. Provide other assistance as needed.
Competencies
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs. Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box". Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
Education
(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).
Work Experience
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 another official United Nations language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Assessment
Special Notice
REMOTE INTERNSHIPS (COVID-19): "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."
The Cover Note must include:
- Title of degree you are currently pursuing;
- Graduation Date;
- Period of availability for taking internship. (The availability for more than 4-month internship could be an advantage);
- List of IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in;
- List of top three areas of interest/department preferences;
- Explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme;
Should a profile be selected for consideration, the applicant will be contacted directly by the Division. Please note that due to the large number of applicants, only short-listed applicants will
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