Data Analytics & BI Intern (New York, USA)
Organization: United Nations Department of Operational Support (DOS) Country: USA City: New York Office: DOS in New York, USA Grade: I-1 Work Location: In-Person (New York) or Remote; Full-time or Part-time (details below) Expected Duration: 3-6 months. Desired start date: August/September 2025. Are you a highly motivated individual passionate about leveraging data for impact? The United Nations Department of Operational Support (DOS) in the USA actively seeks a Data Analytics & BI Intern. This dynamic internship, furthermore, offers a unique chance to contribute to critical operational support services for the UN Secretariat. If you’re an enthusiastic UN Data Intern eager to develop practical skills in data management and visualization, therefore, consider this impactful opportunity in New York or, under specific conditions, remotely.
Remote US Data Analytics & BI Intern
About the Department of Operational Support (DOS)
The United Nations Department of Operational Support (DOS) empowers UN Secretariat entities, including peace operations, departments, and offices. DOS achieves this by providing rapid, effective, efficient, and responsible support services. Its core services, moreover, include supply chain management, operational human resources, health-care management, capacity building, support for uniformed capabilities, special situations support, information and communications technology (ICT) support, and UNHQ facility management. The Office of the Under-Secretary-General of Operational Support (OUSG-DOS) provides direct advisory, executive, and management support to DOS leadership, particularly to the Under-Secretary-General. This internship position falls within the Performance and Analytics Section (PAS) of OUSG-DOS. Our work, consequently, covers DOS strategy and planning, performance, analytics, and innovation. PAS supports the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of strategic and budget frameworks. It also undertakes problem-solving and analytics deliverables for continuous transformation and overall organizational performance of the Department.
Your Role as a Data Analytics & BI Intern
The Data Analytics & BI Intern will work as a full team member within the Performance Analytics Section at the Office of the Under-Secretary-General, Department of Operational Support (PAS/OUSG/DOS). You will pursue project assignments specifically designed to significantly impact DOS’s work. Furthermore, you will gain opportunities to learn about the United Nations overall. This internship is unpaid and typically full-time (under exceptional circumstances, we may accept a part-time internship). Ideally, interns work five days per week (35 hours), with supervision and support from a staff member. Interns expect to come into the office at least three days a week, in keeping with UNHQ-NY hybrid working policies. Please note, we will not consider fully remote internships for this specific opportunity. PAS strongly favors candidates who can undertake this internship in-person from NYHQ.
Key Responsibilities for a UN Data Intern
As a Data Analytics & BI Intern, you’ll perform the following duties:
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Data Collection & Preparation: You’ll gather and analyze data from various public (using web scraping) and internal sources. You’ll also provide support in preparing data, data models, and surveys.
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Statistical Analysis: You’ll perform statistical and/or mathematical programming to interpret gathered data.
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Data Cleaning & Maintenance: You’ll support team members with data cleaning from primary or secondary sources and maintain databases/data systems.
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Reporting & Visualization: You’ll translate data results into clear written reports and impactful data visualizations/presentations to convey information effectively to stakeholders and leaders.
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Advanced Analytics Support: You’ll support data mining, optimization, metrics development, and predictive analysis initiatives.
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Innovation Contribution: You’ll contribute to the search for innovative approaches and methods that will lead to novel data products.
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Other Duties: You’ll perform other duties as required to support the team.
Competencies for this Business Intelligence Intern Role
We seek an enthusiastic, collaborative, and reliable individual for this Data Analytics & BI Intern position. The ideal candidate demonstrates awareness of the latest developments in data analytics and consistently works to support the PAS team’s goals.
Qualifications and Requirements for this UN Internship
Applicants for the United Nations Internship Programme must meet specific requirements at the time of application. This Data Analytics & BI Intern role, therefore, demands a strong educational background relevant to data and business intelligence.
Essential Academic Qualifications
You must meet one of the following requirements:
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(a) You’re enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
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(b) You’re enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
We maintain an open mind to a broad range of educational backgrounds. Typically, our UN Data Interns pursue studies in Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Operations Research, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Visualization, or Analytics.
Language Proficiency
English and French serve as the working languages of the United Nations. For this specific internship assignment, moreover, fluency in English is required.
Important Additional Information for Applicants
Intern Specific Details
Interns do not receive financial remuneration from the United Nations. Therefore, costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses remain the sole responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who aren’t citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship takes place may, furthermore, need to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should thoroughly discuss their specific visa requirements before formally accepting the internship offer.
Visa and Work Authorization Mandatory Requirements (USA)
For internships in the United States of America, individuals who aren’t United States citizens, permanent residents, or on another non-immigrant status (such as F1 or J1 visa) will need to obtain a G4 visa. The selected person takes responsibility for ensuring they have a valid visa and approved employment authorization (CPT/OPT/AT), allowing them to undertake the internship.
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1: What is the expected duration and start date for this internship? A1: This Data Analytics & BI Intern position has an expected duration of 3-6 months, with a desired start date of August/September 2025.
Q2: Is this internship fully remote? A2: No, while some flexibility is possible, we don’t consider fully remote internships for this role. Interns expect to come into the New York office at least three days a week. PAS strongly favors in-person candidates.
Q3: Is this a paid internship? A3: No, the United Nations doesn’t financially remunerate interns. Interns are responsible for their own costs.
Q4: What educational backgrounds are preferred for a UN Data Intern? A4: While open to a broad range, preferred fields include Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Operations Research, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Visualization, or Analytics.
Q5: What are the visa requirements for international applicants in the USA? A5: Non-US citizens/residents typically require a G4 visa and approved employment authorization (CPT/OPT/AT). Selected candidates must ensure they meet these requirements.
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