Are you interested in collaborating with the UN?
Students and recent graduates have a rare opportunity to obtain practical experience in a multicultural and multinational environment through the UNITAR Field Visits and Online Training Program 2025. The program, which is run by UNITAR’s Multilateral Diplomacy Programme Unit (MDPU), supports the implementation of training activities while assisting participants in developing a deeper grasp of the UN system.
The program, which will begin in June 2025 and run for two to three months, offers a monthly stipend of 900 CHF. It consists of interactive online training courses via UNITAR’s e-learning platform, as well as in-person field trips around Europe in July and August. Cultural events, interactive workshops, expert-led lectures, and guided excursions will all be beneficial to the participants.
This is a chance you shouldn’t pass up if you want to advance your career abroad and obtain useful UN experience. Don’t forget to apply before the cutoff!
Host Country: Online, Switzerland
Institute: The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)
Opportunity Type: Training
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Students and recent graduates are welcome.
- In order to be eligible, candidates must be enrolled in or have just finished an undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate study in political science, international relations, law, history, education, languages, or a similar discipline.
- After graduating, the chosen candidates have two years to start the traineeship.
- should exhibit initiative and the capacity to function well in a group setting.
- Strong organizational abilities are necessary, especially in planning, logistics, and time management.
- It is recommended if you have prior experience organizing field trips, guided tours, or related events.
- It is advantageous to have experience planning and conducting webinars, virtual events, or online training sessions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are crucial.
- Strong knowledge of international affairs and the UN system is required.
- An advantage is familiarity with social media and digital marketing.
- Mandarin Chinese is a bonus, but spoken and written English proficiency is necessary.
Benefits:
- Transportation and other general expenditures will be covered by a 900 CHF monthly stipend.
- The opportunity to establish beneficial professional networks with UNITAR and other UN staff will be available to participants.
- An exceptional chance to obtain experience with a preeminent global firm in a multicultural environment is provided by the online traineeship.
- The program facilitates access to mentorship opportunities, professional development, and skill enhancement.
Deadline: May 9, 2025
