Political Affairs Intern
Department of Peacekeeping Operations · NEW YORK · Apply by November 18, 2026
About this role
Work Location Flexible (Hybrid, all remote, or in-person) Expected duration 6 months. Desired start date is 1 February 2027, or sooner. Duties and Responsibilities The duration of the internship is for six (6) months. The internship is UNPAID and may be either full-time or part-time. It should be noted that full-time internship working hours are 35 hours per week, while part-time internship working hours are 20 hours per week. The internship will be undertaken either remotely outside the duty station or in a hybrid working arrangement at the UN Premise, New York, United States. The political affairs intern will be responsible for the following duties: Support country- and/or regional-level backstopping activities; Gather, research, analyse and present information from various sources; Assist in the drafting of various official documents (e.g. minutes, briefing notes, draft notes…etc); Assist in the team's planning and preparatory efforts for field support; Assist in data and information management including monitoring; Support the organization of meetings; Perform other duties as required. Qualifications/special skills Applicants must meet one of the following…