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Internship with the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO (IOC/UNESCO), the United Nations body responsible for supporting global ocean science and services. The intern will learn and support the overall work of the Sector's mission, with activities varying depending on assignment requirements.
Job Responsibility:
Programme and Project Support: collect, organize and analyze data
contribute to production of documents and concept notes
assist in development of technical support for new projects
Research and Knowledge Management: undertake research and reviews
contribute to preparation of knowledge and communication products
participate in meetings
Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement: analyze background data for partnerships
support engagement of stakeholders
support facilitation of working groups
Operations Support: provide administrative and logistical support for meetings/events
support preparation of budgets and financial documents
support management of data and contacts
support processing of endorsement requests
Communications Support: support drafting and dissemination of communications assets
Requirements:
At least 20 years old
Currently enrolled in 3rd/final year of Bachelor's degree OR currently enrolled in second university degree (Master's/PhD) OR completed Bachelor's/Master's/PhD within last 12 months
Excellent command of English or French (written and spoken)
Excellent knowledge of computer systems and office-related software
Ability to work well in a team and adapt to an international working environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Nice to have:
Working knowledge of the other language (English or French)
Studies in water science, hydrology, ecological science, earth sciences, basic sciences and engineering, or related field of natural sciences
What we offer:
2.5 days of leave per month
Additional leave of 1 working day per complete month of internship
Limited workplace insurance coverage against injury, illness, disability, or death incurred during internship