Intern - Security Analysis

Work Location

New York

Expected duration

This internship is for a period of 3 to 6 months, and is designed to be conducted in person, for thirty-five (35) hours per week but can be adapted to accommodate hybrid arrangements on an exceptional basis.

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) globally. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions. This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic, and exciting organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance security expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Simply, all humanity will benefit from your work. Together, we can make the world a better place. For more information on the Department, and how we make an impact on the world in enabling the achievement of SDGs, visit: https://www.un.org/undss This internship opportunity is located in the Division of Field Operations, Security Information Analysis Section (SIAS) which supports strategic planning and overall analytical performance of UNDSS analytical cadre. Within assigned authority, the intern is expected to undertake the following duties:

• Support with information analysis requirements.
• Conduct preliminary research using publicly available information.
• Support with visualization and preparation of presentation decks.
• Support with research, analysis and briefing notes.
• Fulfil other duties as required.

Qualifications/special skills

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet the following conditions: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above). A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include the following:

• Title of degree you are currently pursuing;
• Graduation Date (When will you be/have grad...