Digital Tech & Human Rights Intern - New York

United Nations - UN •Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

Geneva, Switzerland

Internship Closes 08 Jul 2026 0 days left

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Overview

The intern will support the Digital Tech and Human Rights Section in fulfilling its mission to protect human rights. Daily responsibilities will depend on the assigned work section and the individual's qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

Research and analysis on thematic and regional issues pertaining to digital tech and human rights;
Draft and summarize reports, background materials, and other relevant documents;
Preparing for and servicing meetings, seminars, and workshops;
Performing other related duties as requested by the supervisor.

Required Experience

APPLICANTS ARE NOT REQUIRED TO HAVE PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE PROGRAMME. No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme.

Qualifications

Recent graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme (Master's degree or equivalent), or a recent graduate or enrolled in a first-level university degree programme (Bachelor's degree or equivalent), preferably in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or a related field.

Other Details

Languages Required

Fluency in English is required.

Languages Preferred

Knowledge French or another United Nations language is desirable.

Contract Duration

up 6 months

Work Modality

New York

Remuneration

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.

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