United Nations Internship | Spring Internship Program | Geneva | New York | Brindisi | Valencia | Rome | Remote | UNICC (2024)

UNICC is committed to achieving diversity and inclusion within its workforce, providing an environment that reflects the values enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. UNICC is dedicated to the SDGs, making SDG-5 (Gender Equality) and SDG-10 (Reduce Inequalities) the organization goals.

About UNICC:

The United Nations International Computing Centre (UNICC) is the leading provider of Information Technology and Communications (ICT) services within the United Nations System. Over the last four decades, UNICC has been continually expanding the services it is providing to its Partners in various parts of the world, and in various areas of ICT.

As a part of the UN family, UNICC espouses the same values that the UN embraces. As a service provider, its core values are unmatched and underlie its continued growth: respect, curiosity, pride, passion, flexibility, honesty and transparency.This combination has made UNICC the preferred provider of shared ICT services within the United Nations System.

UNICC is committed to delivering reliable ICT services driven by best practices. With its world-class technology and state-of-the-art infrastructure, together with the vast cross-domain experience of its very knowledgeable staff, UNICC is always ready to offer UN-friendly shared solutions to the United Nations System of Organizations.

Join Our Spring Internship Program!

Are you ready to start your career with an enriching learning experience in an international environment? Would you like to be part of a multicultural team working for a number of prestigious clients from the United Nations system and other IOs, while contributing to address world’s most important challenges? If you are currently enrolled in a University programme or if you have recently graduated, and if you are interested in a paid internship within a dynamic international organization, read on!

UNICC is thrilled to announce that the Spring Internship Program, offering exciting opportunities for young talents to acquire hands-on experience in several area, is now open for applications. In this edition, UNICC is looking for 13new talents to join its teams across a number of different functions: whether you have a technical background in IT, Data sciences, Security or whether you have studied business administration, there is probably one internship opportunity that would be relevant to your profile.

Internship positions available:

To learn more about each internship position and its specific responsibilities, please refer to the attached PDF documents below:

1. ICC-24-MUL-i03 – Digital Diplomacy Intern
2. ICC-24-MUL-i04 – Cloud Data Engineer
3. ICC-24-MUL-i05 – Junior Data Scientist
4. ICC-24-MUL-i06 – Junior Data Engineer
5. ICC-24-MUL-i07 – Junior Data Analyst
6. ICC-24-MUL-i08 – Intern – Business Solutions Unit x2
7. ICC-24-VAL-i09 – Service Desk Intern x2
8. ICC-24-MUL-i10 – Learning and Development Innovative Technologies Intern
9. ICC-24-MUL-i11 – Learning and Development Skills Maturity Model Intern
10. ICC-24-MUL-i12 – Application Development Intern x2

Interested candidates are invited to review the detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) above and to submit a Personal History Form (PHF) with a motivation letter outlining their interest and suitability for the position. While prior experience is not mandatory, we encourage applicants to highlight relevant coursework, extracurricular activities, and any other experiences that demonstrate passion and potential for the position they apply.

Eligibility criteria

• You are a student enrolled in University or equivalent institution leading to a formal qualification, and are planning to obtain you Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree or PhD this year OR
• You have obtained your Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree or PhD in the last 6 months
• You have a working knowledge (oral and written) of English
• You have the legal right to reside and work in the duty station where the internship is based and you are already living locally OR
• You are a citizen from a country from the Global South and you are able to do the internship remotely from your home country (only applicable if the internship functions allow it)

Why Join Us:

• Gain hands-on experience in your field of interest
• Have the opportunity to be mentored by industry experts
• Get exposure to networking opportunities with professionals in your field of expertise
• Work in a truly collaborative and innovative work environment
• Potential for growth and career advancement

At UNICC, we believe in the power of technology to drive positive social change, advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. Join us in our mission to make a real impact on humanity and the planet. With flexible working hours, remote options, and part-time opportunities available, we prioritize your work-life balance. We offer competitive compensation, accident coverage, and continuous career development support to help you reach your personal and professional goals. As part of the UN family, you’ll have access to a diverse and inclusive work environment, where your contributions are truly valued.

Closing date for applications:

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Geneva Time) on 28 April 2024.

Selection process:

The UNICC workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. UNICC seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity by ensuring equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, ethnicity, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Interested candidates should apply through the UNICC official webpage until set time frame and should fill in the required form and attach a motivation letter. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for the interview.

Potential candidates from the Global South are highly encouraged to apply!