Interns - Rights of Older Persons
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · GENEVA · Apply by November 3, 2026
About this role
Work Location Geneva Expected duration Six months Duties and Responsibilities This internship is located within the Equality and Non-Discrimination Branch (END), Thematic and Special Procedures Division (TSP) of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) working with The Older Persons Unit (OPU). The Intern reports to a Human Rights Officer. The Intern will support the team in all its drafting of reports, preparation of communications materials, establishing partnerships, and undertaking advocacy. Tasks may include but are not limited to: - Conduct research and analysis on assigned topics - Support meetings, seminars and workshops: background materials, meeting notes and summaries, research and invites - Support the conceptualization and writing of projects and initiatives - Support the design and organization of various capacity building training and workshops - Support the drafting of human rights briefs, infographics, and other written materials – Draft social media posts and newsletters Qualifications/special skills To qualify for the United Nations Secretariat internship programme, applicants must, at the time of submission, be enrolled in,…