Home-Based Internship
Job Information:
- Job Identification: 24155
- Posting Date: February 12, 2025
- Application Deadline: September 1, 2025
- Job Schedule: Full-time
- Locations: Home-Based
- Vacancy Type: Internship Programme
- Practice Area: Innovation
- Bureau: Executive Office
- Contract Duration: 3 Months
- Required Languages: Fluency in English
Background:
At the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), we operate under the guiding principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). We recognize the value of diverse backgrounds and perspectives as essential components of our mission to promote sustainable development and social justice globally. By adopting a “leave no one behind” approach, we aim to enhance representation among underserved populations. We particularly encourage individuals who identify with marginalized or excluded communities to apply for this internship.
UNDP maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment of any kind, and discrimination. As part of our hiring process, we conduct thorough reference and background checks on all selected candidates.
As the global sustainable development organization of the United Nations, UNDP is dedicated to ending poverty and building inclusive democratic governance and the rule of law worldwide. We operate across 170 countries and employ a workforce of 17,000 committed staff members.
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, harnessing technology is paramount. The digital revolution presents both opportunities and challenges for development, fundamentally reshaping the context in which we operate. Since the launch of our first Digital Strategy in 2019, UNDP has embarked on an ambitious journey to unlock digital technology’s full potential for sustainable development. We are currently transitioning into the next phase of our digital transformation as outlined in the UNDP Digital Strategy 2022-2025, which envisions digital technology as a force for empowerment—both for people and the planet.
The Chief Digital Office (CDO) at UNDP leads these efforts, focusing on embedding digital technology within development projects, supporting governments in building inclusive digital ecosystems, and transforming our organization internally to meet these goals.
The internship is flexible with respect to start dates based on the needs of the selected candidates, and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until August 31, 2025. Successful applicants may receive notification any time between March 1 and the end of 2025.
Duties and Responsibilities:
We are seeking motivated interns who will support our work on a part-time or full-time basis in various critical areas:
Digital Transformation: Inclusive Digital Ecosystems
- Local Digital Ecosystems: Assist in developing inclusive digital ecosystems that prioritize a rights-based approach to digital development at local and national levels.
- Digital & Data Infrastructure: Contribute to the implementation of inclusive and secure digital and data public infrastructure, ensuring robust governance frameworks.
- Research Support: Conduct primary research and review content on digital topics, including digital inclusion and ethical technology.
- Knowledge Management: Collect and disseminate thought pieces related to digital initiatives across UNDP.
- Advocacy and Communication: Collaborate with the communications team to create digestible content for digital advocacy, including social media posts, blogs, and briefing notes.
Digital Transformation: Country Office Support & Capacity Building
- Digital Readiness Assessment: Assist in assessing countries’ digital and AI readiness and support project management.
- National Strategies: Help develop national data strategies and governance frameworks, ensuring effective operational implementation.
- Capacity-Building Resources: Support the development and accessibility of resources focused on digital capacity building for governments.
- Programmatic Initiatives: Assist in key initiatives around AI and Data, including multilingual AI, green computing, and AI safety.
Digital Transformation: UNDP Digital Strategy Development & Implementation
- Thought Leadership: Contribute to UNDP’s engagement in digital strategy by conducting research on key topics and providing synthesized information.
- Digital Guides Management: Support the management and coordination of UNDP’s digital guides webpage with relevant stakeholders.
- Digital Footprint Design: Participate in designing UNDP’s digital capacity footprint and support in implementing business processes.
- Data Analysis: Evaluate and analyze the progress of UNDP’s Digital Strategy implementation to recommend improvements.
Business Operations
- Operations Support: Aid the Operations Unit in various tasks and monitor the progress of implemented strategies.
- Meeting Organization: Assist in organizing meetings, workshops, and travel arrangements for the Chief Digital Office and other teams.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensure compliance with procurement and recruitment policies.
Thought Leadership, Engagement, and Partnerships
- Partnership Development: Identify and research potential partners and draft materials for outreach and collaboration.
- Global Engagement: Support communications and engagement activities with global partners and contribute to UNDP’s positioning on digital issues.
Product Design, Build, and Management
- Digital Product Development: Assist in designing and building digital products, including applications and platforms, to enhance UNDP’s work.
- User Testing: Conduct testing and improvements on digital products to ensure their effectiveness.
Change Management
- Communities of Practice: Support the management of UNDP Communities of Practice to facilitate knowledge exchange.
- Digital Integration: Contribute to internal communications and knowledge products aimed at integrating digital tools into UNDP programs.
Competencies:
- Achievement-Oriented: Plans and monitors work, focusing on delivering quality outputs by set deadlines.
- Innovative Thinker: Open to creative solutions and pragmatic problem-solving; seeks to improve processes.
- Continuous Learner: Curious and eager to share knowledge, learn from experiences, and seek feedback.
- Agile Adaptor: Handles change and ambiguity constructively and adapts to new challenges.
- Determined Contributor: Shows motivation and calmness under pressure, embracing challenges.
- Engaging Partner: Builds positive relationships through compassion and understanding, valuing diversity and inclusion.
Required Skills and Experience:
Candidates should meet one of the following educational criteria:
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
- Enrolled in the final year of an undergraduate degree program (minimum bachelor’s level).
- Graduated with a university degree and must commence the internship within a year of graduation.
Interest or experience in the specified workstreams is highly desirable.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit:
- A brief cover letter in English
- A current and complete CV in English
- Complete the application form here in addition to submitting your details via the UNDP vacancy link.
Additional Information:
If selected, successful candidates will need to provide electronic copies of:
- An enrollment confirmation letter from their university.
- Their most recent academic transcript.
- A valid passport copy.
- A visa copy if located in the USA.
- A signed UNDP Internship Agreement.
- A medical certificate of good health.
- Proof of medical insurance.
According to UNDP Internship policy, interns are eligible for a monthly stipend, which varies by duty location. Stipends for part-time and remote internships will be prorated. Interns who receive financial support from other institutions may receive a stipend difference based on applicable regulations.
Note:
Interns are not considered staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity. Due to the high volume of applications, we can only contact candidates selected for further evaluation.
For any queries, please reach out to [email protected].
UNDP Terms & Conditions for Internship apply.
Become a part of a transformative experience with UNDP, where your skills and ideas can contribute to impactful change in global development through digital transformation. Apply now and join us in shaping the future!
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