DDR Programming Support Intern: Department of Peace Operations – New York, United States
The Department of Peace Operations (DPO) actively seeks a motivated DDR Programming Support Intern UN for its Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) Section in New York, USA. This presents an excellent opportunity; you will directly contribute to critical peacebuilding efforts and global security initiatives.
This unpaid, full-time internship runs for three months, with a possibility of extension to six months. You will work within a hybrid arrangement at the UN Premises in New York, United States. The DDR Section (DDRS) provides strategic and technical advice, alongside planning and operational support, for DDR processes worldwide. Furthermore, DDRS develops related tools like community violence reduction (CVR) and transitional weapons and ammunition management (TWAM) across various countries and regional contexts, from Latin America to Africa and Asia. This particular DDR Programming Support role will specifically focus on supporting the 2025 annual DDR Symposium and contributing to the DDR quarterly newsletter.
Key Responsibilities of a DDR Programming Support Intern
As a DDR Programming Support Intern, you will handle several essential tasks, including:
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Event and Meeting Organization: You will coordinate and manage logistics for key events and meetings.
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Newsletter Creation and Publication: You will help produce and disseminate the DDR quarterly newsletter.
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Documentation and Reporting: You will assist in preparing crucial documents and reports.
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Communication Material Preparation: You will develop various communication materials.
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General Administrative Support: You will provide comprehensive administrative assistance as needed.
Remote DDR Programming Support Intern
Qualifications for a DDR Programming Support Intern
Applicants must meet specific academic requirements:
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Educational Enrollment: For instance, you must enroll in, or have completed, a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher). Alternatively, you must enroll in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
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Work Experience: You do not need professional work experience for this DDR Programming Support Intern UN Programme. Importantly, your field of study must closely relate to the type of internship you are applying for.
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Technical Skills: You should possess good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams. Your ability to draft news articles and/or social media posts is desirable. Additionally, your ability to design surveys and polls is also desirable.
Upon application, please indicate which of the above criteria you meet and attach proof. You will also provide an official certificate at a later stage.
Language Requirements
You must demonstrate fluency in spoken and written English for this internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) provides a valuable advantage.
Additional Information
The United Nations Secretariat deeply commits to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity within its staff; consequently, we strongly encourage female candidates to apply.
Important Notes for Applicants:
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Regarding your application, you cannot serve as an intern if you have previously completed six months, in total, as an intern in one or more UN Common Systems.
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Likewise, if you are a child, sibling, or son/daughter-in-law (including stepchildren, half-siblings, or stepsiblings) of an active staff member in a UN Common System, you do not qualify as an intern.
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In your Motivational Statement, clearly indicate your desired internship start date (start and end dates remain flexible).
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Your Motivational Statement must also include:
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The title of the degree you currently pursue.
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Your expected or actual graduation date.
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An explanation of why you are the best candidate for this specific internship.
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An explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.
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Ensure your online Personal History Profile includes all past work experiences, IT skills, and three professional references.
Apply here: https://unjobs.org/vacancies/1753566589680
Intern Specific Details (Important – Please Read)
Please note that the United Nations does not financially remunerate interns. This means no fee applies to your application or participation. Interns or their sponsoring institutions solely bear all costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses. Furthermore, interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the internship country may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should thoroughly discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Q: Is this DDR Programming Support Intern UN position paid? A: No, this remains an unpaid internship. The intern solely assumes all related costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses.
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Q: What is the expected duration of this DDR Programming Support Intern UN role? A: This DDR Programming Support Intern UN position has an expected duration of three to six months.
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Q: Is this DDR Programming Support Intern UN role fully remote? A: No, this internship operates under a hybrid working arrangement at the UN Premises in New York, USA.
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Q: Do I need prior work experience to apply for this DDR Programming Support Intern UN role? A: No, prior professional work experience is not a requirement for the UN Internship Programme. However, a closely related field of study remains necessary for this role.
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Q: Can I apply if I’m still a student? A: Yes, applicants must currently enroll in, or have recently completed, a university degree program (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D.).