Intern
About the role
This internship position is with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Sri Lanka, specifically within the Climate and Environment Team (CET). The intern will be based at the Disaster Management Centre and will provide operational and coordination support to the Disaster Preparedness Division. Responsibilities include data gathering and analysis, assisting with administrative tasks, supporting the development and updating of work plans, coordinating workshops and meetings, developing knowledge products, engaging with stakeholders, and supporting communication efforts. Applicants must meet specific educational requirements related to university enrollment or recent graduation. The role emphasizes strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, as well as adaptability and cultural awareness. The internship is unpaid, and interns are responsible for their own expenses and medical insurance.
Must have
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
- Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation;
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.
Highlights
Applicants must secure their own medical insurance and provide a medical certificate of good health prior to starting. The internship is unpaid, and all costs related to travel, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or their nominating institution. Family relationship restrictions apply for UNDP staff relatives. US Permanent Residents may need to relinquish their status if offered a staff position. UNDP encourages applications from marginalized or excluded populations and maintains a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment.
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