Intern - IET/AGR 1

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Requisition ID:5019
Grade: Intern
Category: Internship
Employment Type:NonStaff-Regular
Country:Austria
Duty Station:Vienna
Entry Date: As soon as possible
Internship Duration: 3-6 months
Application Deadline:15-Jan-2025, 11:59 PM(Vienna, Austria time)

Vacancy Announcement

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization, and environmental sustainability. Its mission is to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) in Member States, recognized by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNIDO’s mandate is fully recognized in SDG-9, which calls to \“Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation\“.

This internship position is located under the Division of Agribusiness and Infrastructure Development (IET/AGR). The Division supports Member States in their efforts to achieve sustainable rural development and a modernized agribusiness sector.

The duration of an internship at UNIDO is between three to six months, is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work under the supervision of a staff member in the division or office assigned. Interns shall cover all costs associated with their internship, including visa, travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses.

GENERIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exposure to the core functions of the Division and engage in on-the-job training.
• Assist in background research and preparation of internal documents on agro-industrialization.
• Assist Project Managers with day-to-day duties and project development.
• Engage in other special emerging projects that may enhance the learning experience.

The Intern will be required to prepare an end-of-internship report, which will be submitted to and cleared by UNIDO Internship Coordination.

MINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Age: Minimum 20 years on the first day of the internship.

Education: Enrolled in a university degree programme; or begin the internship within one year of completing a university degree; or completed a university degree and be sponsored as part of an academic or development programme.

Field of specialization: International relations, agriculture, environment, business.

Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

Other skills: Strong research and analytical skills, organizational skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES

WE LIVE AND ACT WITH INTEGRITY: work honestly, openly and impartially.

WE SHOW PROFESSIONALISM: work hard and competently.

WE RESPECT DIVERSITY: work together effectively and inclusively.

WE FOCUS ON RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: manage work effectively and efficiently.

WE COMMUNICATE AND EARN TRUST: communicate effectively and build trust.

WE THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND INNOVATE: continuously improve and support innovation.

LEARNING ELEMENTS

Gain experience in working in an international organization environment and agro-industrial development.

UNIDO Interns are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism at all times. Only candidates who fully commit to these values should apply for internships at UNIDO.

All applications must be submitted through the UNIDO Online Recruitment System.
Correspondence will be undertaken only with candidates who are being considered at an advanced phase of the selection process.

UNIDO does not charge any fees in connection with the application or recruitment process. If you have received a solicitation for payment, please disregard it.

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