Intern
Quick answer
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe is offering an unpaid internship in Geneva, Switzerland, to support the Water and Industrial Safety Section's work on industrial accident prevention.
- Role
- Intern
- Organization
- United Nations Economic Commission for Europe
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- Not specified (Unpaid)
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) is seeking an intern to support the Water and Industrial Safety Section within the Environment and Forests Division. The role involves assisting with conference preparation, research on environmental safety topics, and creating communication materials. This internship provides a opportunity to contribute to international policy processes regarding industrial accident prevention.
What you'll do
- Support organization of the 14th meeting of the Convention on the Transboundary Effects of Industrial Accidents
- Prepare draft presentations and inputs for reports and project proposals
- Conduct research on environmental and industrial safety topics
- Assist in preparing communication materials like brochures and social media posts
- Draft and review press releases and other content
- Support development of web-page content
What it takes
- Enrolled or completed a graduate school program or final year of a first university degree
- Proficiency in standard software applications
- Degree in environmental studies, economics, international relations, law, or social/political studies
- Fluency in English; knowledge of French and/or Russian is an asset
- Commitment to the ideals of the Charter of the United Nations
- Ability to interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
What you'll bring
How we treat you
None provided; interns are not financially remunerated.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based in Geneva, Switzerland at the Palais des Nations.
What is the compensation for this role?
This is an unpaid internship; the United Nations does not financially remunerate interns.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have a degree or be pursuing one in fields like environmental studies, law, or international relations, and must be fluent in English.
When can I apply by?
The application deadline is July 16, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Economic Commission for Europe's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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