Institutional Arrangements
The intern will report to the Senior Knowledge Learning and Impact Advisor.
Financial aspects, expenses, and medical benefits
- UNDP will not pay for the internship but may provide a monthly stipend in accordance with the provisions of the UNDP Internship policy.
- UNDP accepts no responsibility for the medical insurance for the intern or for any costs arising from accidents and/or illness during the internship period. Interns, whether engaged in-person or remotely, are responsible for securing adequate medical insurance for the duration of their internship with UNDP and must provide self-certification of good health prior to starting the internship. UNDP will not reimburse the medical insurance of the intern. Any costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship assignment will be the responsibility of the intern.
- UNDP is not responsible for any claims by an intern or third party in the case of loss or damage to property or death or personal injury because of actions or omissions on the part of the intern during the internship period.
Working conditions
- When completing an in-person internship in a UNDP Office, interns must be provided with the workspace and equipment necessary to accomplish the activities related to the internship.
- When completing a remote internship, interns will be responsible for providing their own equipment, internet and communication access, and workspace.
There is no expectation of employment with UNDP following an internship.
Important note
- Interns are considered as gratis personnel. They are not staff members.
- Interns may not be sought or accepted as substitutes for staff to be recruited against authorized posts.
- Interns may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.
Application
Please provide the following documents to be considered:
CV
- Motivational Letter
In case an applicant is successfully selected, s/he will be requested to provide electronic versions of:
- Letter from his/her university confirming current enrolment and graduation date.
- Copy of his/her most recent school transcript.
- Copy of passport.
- Completed UNDP internship application form.
- Signed UNDP Internship Agreement.
- Medical Certificate of Good Health.
- Proof of medical insurance.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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