Political Affairs Intern
Quick answer
The United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs is hiring a Political Affairs Intern in New York for a 6-month period, with flexible working arrangements, to provide support to the Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs.
- Role
- Political Affairs Intern
- Organization
- United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs is seeking a Political Affairs Intern to provide substantive and organizational support to the Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, and the Director and Deputy to the High Representative.
What you'll do
- Contribute to the preparation of background documents, talking points, speeches, summaries, and memoranda.
- Provide organizational support to and attend meetings/conferences/events, and prepare meeting reports.
- Support development of communication products and policies for the High Representative and ODA Director, including social media and web posts.
- Support official missions of the High Representative and ODA Director, including contributing to itineraries, meeting planning, preparation of briefings and talking points for meetings and events.
What it takes
- Enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher)
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required
- Interest in the United Nations Internship Programme
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is flexible and can be conducted remotely or in a hybrid working arrangement at the UN premises in New York, United States.
What is the compensation for this internship?
The internship is UNPAID.
What are the key qualifications required for this internship?
Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme, be fluent in English, and have an interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.
How do I apply for this internship?
Applicants should submit a complete online application, including a motivational statement, personal history profile, and three references. The application deadline is September 1, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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