Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
- 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.
In addition, the following would be desirable:
- Be familiar with data syntheses, qualitative and quantitative research and analyses;
- Be familiar with digital platforms for business purposes, content management and community engagement will be considered as an asset.
Field of study: law, information technology, mathematics, economy, social sciences, or other related field.
Language requirement:
Excellent knowledge of written and oral English and Serbian.
Internship Conditions
Status
Interns are not considered as having the status of a staff member. During the internship with UNDP, interns are subject to the Regulations Governing the Status, Basic Rights and Duties of Officials other than Secretariat Officials, and Experts on Mission (ST/SGB/2002/9).
Interns must not represent UNDP in any official capacity or commit resources on its behalf.
Duration
The normal duration of internship is no less than six weeks and no more than six months. Internship assignments are available on a part-time and full-time basis throughout the year, depending on the availability of meaningful assignments and the needs and capacity of offices to receive and supervise interns.
The envisaged duration of this Internship is 3 months at 80% part-time working status with possibility of extension for additional 3 months.
Medical Insurance
Interns are responsible for securing adequate medical insurance for the duration of their internship with UNDP and must provide a medical certificate of good health prior to starting the internship. UNDP will not reimburse the medical insurance of the intern. Any costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship assignment will be the responsibility of the intern.
Expenses
Where an intern is not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation or scholarship programme, a stipend intended to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, such as meals and transportation at the duty station, will be paid by the receiving office.
Subsequent Employment
There is no expectation of employment with UNDP following an internship.
Termination
The internship can be terminated by either UNDP or the intern for any reason upon giving two weeks’ notice.
Responsibilities and obligations of the office and the supervisor:
The receiving office and supervisors must create a working environment conducive to interns’ substantive learning and professional development.
Offices must:
(a) Ensure that an intern’s assignment is at the appropriate level of complexity and variety;
(b) Ensure proper supervision of the intern;
(c)Ensure that the intern is informed of UN’s policy on Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and Abuse of Authority and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
(d) Prepare terms of reference describing the tasks of interns in the office; and
(e) Provide constructive feedback to the intern regarding their performance.
The shortlisted applicants will be required to submit the following documentation:
- Copy of his/her most recent resume or curriculum vitae.
- Letter from his/her university confirming current enrolment and graduation date or copy of diploma if already graduated.
- Copy of his/her school transcript.
- Endorsement letter or letter of reference in English language from a faculty member with University heading, signed and stamped.
The successful candidate will be asked to provide, prior to commencing work, the following documentation:
- A signed UNDP Internship Agreement.
- Medical Certificate of Good Health.
- Proof of medical insurance valid for Serbia throughout the duration of the Internship.
Applications not in accordance with the mandatory requirements will NOT be considered.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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