- Application Deadline: Midnight Geneva time on 12 May 2025
- Vacancy Number: INTERNROSTER/2025/1/LIMA/DIS
- Job ID: 12880
- Department: RO-Latin America and the Caribbean
- Organization Unit: RO-Latin America and the Caribbean
- Location: Lima, Peru
- Duration of Contract: 6 months, with the start date on either the 1st or the 15th of a given month
About the Internship Opportunity
You are invited to apply to the ILO’s generic internship roster, which is published twice per year. This roster serves as a pool of qualified candidates that all ILO departments and field offices can access. Once the roster is active, departments will review applications and select suitable candidates directly for their specific internship opportunities. Due to the high volume of applications, the ILO does not provide individual updates regarding application status. Candidates are encouraged to reapply if they remain eligible and interested in future opportunities.
Benefits of the Internship Program
The ILO Internship Programme offers a valuable platform for you to:
- Deepen your understanding of key issues at the international level by engaging directly in the Office’s work and learning about ILO principles, programmes, and strategies.
- Gain practical, hands-on experience relevant to your field of study, working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to meaningful projects.
Eligibility and Application Guidelines
- You may apply to a maximum of three internship profiles; exceeding this limit will result in automatic disqualification.
- All applications must include a cover letter. Uploading a CV or résumé is not accepted; ensure that your cover letter is the only attachment.
- You can withdraw your application at any time through the “Jobs Applied” section of your profile.
- The application deadline must be strictly observed; late applications will not be considered.
- Applicants should not expect employment at the end of the internship period.
- If you are unable to complete your online application due to a disability, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
Special Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
The ILO values diversity and is committed to promoting equal opportunities. This internship specifically targets candidates with disabilities, as part of our disability-dedicated initiatives. We also welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented member States. Reasonable accommodations will be provided during the recruitment process and throughout the internship to promote inclusivity.
Eligibility Criteria
You can only apply if you meet the following conditions:
- Have no close relatives (mother, father, brother, sister) working at the ILO.
- Have not previously undertaken an internship with the ILO.
- Are enrolled in a Master’s or Doctorate degree programme, or have completed such a programme within the year prior to the application.
- Possess a working proficiency (both oral and written) in English, which is mandatory.
Role and Responsibilities
Context:
The Human Resources area of the ILO Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean seeks an intern to support diversity and inclusion initiatives, with a focus on disability inclusion, in the region—including Peru, Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia.
Under the supervision of the Regional Human Resources Coordinator, your support will include:
- Assisting in the design, implementation, and updating of the Diversity and Inclusion Plan for the Latin America and Caribbean region.
- Supporting the consolidation and expansion of a network of organizations to disseminate job opportunities across the region, especially in the target countries.
- Contributing to the development and facilitation of workshops and activities aligned with the Diversity and Inclusion Plan.
- Coordinating with the Disability Inclusion team and other stakeholders to create synergies that advance the plan’s objectives, ensuring alignment with ILO strategies.
- Performing additional related duties as assigned.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the internship, you will have gained experience and knowledge in:
- Diversity and Inclusion policies and strategies relevant to the ILO and UN.
- Organizing and executing initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion at local and international levels.
- Collaborating with colleagues across countries and with external organizations.
- Developing initiatives to attract and include diverse talent.
- Working within an international, multicultural organization.
Educational and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Administration, Law, Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, or related fields.
- Enrolled in or recently completed (within the past year) a graduate degree (Master’s or equivalent) relevant to the ILO’s work is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Experience working with organizations that promote the rights of persons with disabilities or minority groups is desirable.
Language Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Spanish (both oral and written) is required.
- Good knowledge of English is also necessary.
Competencies
- Ability to adapt to an international, multicultural, and multilingual environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Sensitivity to gender, minority issues, and non-discriminatory behavior.
Expected Results
- A fully active network of organizations disseminating job opportunities across the region, with a focus on Peru, Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia.
- Successful implementation of the Diversity and Inclusion Plan activities tailored for the Latin America and Caribbean region.
Additional Information
This internship opportunity is exclusively available to candidates with disabilities, in line with the ILO’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
How to Apply
- Search for the internship profile on the ILO Jobs webpage.
- Select the desired internship profile and create a profile on ILO Jobs.
- Complete your candidate profile and submit your application.
- Attach your cover letter in the final section of the application form. Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered, and you cannot add a cover letter after the application deadline.
Selection Process
- Applications will undergo initial screening by the Human Resources Development Department (HRD).
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly by field offices for further assessments, such as written tests or interviews, which may be conducted via online communication tools (e.g., Skype, video calls, email).
- If you are not contacted within six months of your application, you may consider your application unsuccessful for this roster, but you are encouraged to reapply for subsequent rosters if still eligible.
Stipend and Expenses
- Interns will receive a monthly stipend, aligned with the cost of living in Lima, unless funded by another institution (e.g., university, foundation).
- The stipend will be adjusted accordingly if partial funding is received from other sources.
- Travel to the duty station is at the intern’s own expense.
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