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United Nations Foundation

1mo ago

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship

Requirements

  • Candidate must be enrolled in a degree-granting program during the internship or must be a recent graduate (within 8 months of graduation) of a college or university.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Interest, knowledge of, or experience in climate and environmental policy.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong professional interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
  • Must have a personal laptop computer and access to the Internet.
  • Must be available to work a maximum of 29 hours per week.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

  • Work with the Climate & Environment team to research, monitor, and synthesize key findings and developments in the international climate and environmental policy and diplomacy spheres.
  • Support UNF’s work in food and climate, climate resilience, and ocean and shipping by conducting research and preparing materials on current and emerging issues.
  • Help produce a range of written projects for internal and external audiences.
  • Support the team through development of materials for leadership and other teams.
  • Assist with organizing and executing in-person and virtual meetings and events.
  • Keep abreast of climate and environmental news.
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts from September 16, 2024, through December 6, 2024.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, this is a paid internship with an hourly compensation rate of $17.50 for undergraduate students and $20 for graduate students.

What kind of work will the intern be doing?

The intern will support the Climate and Environment team in researching climate and environmental policy, preparing materials, organizing events, and staying updated on relevant news.

What are the eligibility requirements for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in a degree-granting program or be a recent graduate within 8 months of graduation from a college or university.

How many hours per week will the intern be expected to work?

The intern must be available to work a maximum of 29 hours per week.

Is prior experience in climate policy required for the internship?

While prior experience is not explicitly required, an interest, knowledge of, or experience in climate and environmental policy is preferred.

Do interns need to provide their own equipment?

Yes, interns must have a personal laptop computer and access to the Internet.

Will the intern need to attend in-person meetings?

Yes, the intern will assist with organizing and executing both in-person and virtual meetings and events.

Is there a specific attendance policy for this internship?

Yes, candidates must be able to meet the regular attendance and tardiness policy.

Is U.S. work authorization required for this position?

Yes, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

United Nations Foundation

We connect people, ideas, and resources to the UN to build a better world for all.

Government
Industry
201-500
Employees
1998
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Since 1998, the United Nations Foundation has built novel innovations and partnerships to support the United Nations and help solve global problems at scale. As an independent charitable organization, the Foundation was created to work closely with the UN to address humanity’s greatest challenges, drive progress across interconnected issues, and unlock the promise of the Sustainable Development Goals.