Unpaid Internship

vor 2 Wochen

Geneve, Schweiz International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Vollzeit

INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION
- ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishes global standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communication systems. ITU also organizes global Telecom events bringing together the most influential representatives of government and the private sector to exchange ideas and knowledge for the benefit of all._

**Unpaid Internship - Communications Internship - Smart Sustainable Cities**

**Vacancy notice no**: 1240
**Sector**: TSB
**Department**: SGD
**Country of contract**: Switzerland
**Duty station**: Geneva

**Position number**: positionNumber
**Grade**: PositionGrade
**Type of contract**: Internship
**Duration of contract**: 6 months
**Recruitment open to**:External
**Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time)**: 6 July 2023

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT

The Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB) fulfills the objectives of the Union relating to telecommunication standardization, by providing secretariat support to groups studying technical, operating and tariff questions and facilitating the adoption of Recommendations in these areas with a view to standardizing telecommunications and information technology on a global basis. In order to achieve these objectives, the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau works in accordance with the instructions of the World Telecommunication Standardization Assemblies (WTSA), Telecommunication Standardization Study Groups and the Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group. TSB, headed by an elected Director, provides the technical, administrative and logistic support for the assemblies and for the meetings of the groups mentioned.

The Study Groups Department (SGD) is responsible for facilitating, managing and supporting the work of the ITU-T study groups in the development of global telecommunication standards (ITU-T Recommendations) and other documents and databases related to standardization. It provides the counsel and secretariat for the Sector's study groups, focus groups and other ad hoc groups. Particular attention is given to "Bridging the Standardization Gap", i.e., to strengthen the participation of developing countries in the standards making process. The Department maintains close relations with the ITU Radiocommunication and Telecommunication Development Sectors and takes part in their work as required. Likewise, it cooperates with other global standards organizations such as ISO and IEC as well as recognized industry forums and consortia.

**TERMS OF REFERENCE**:
Under the supervision of the Study Group Counsellor, the Intern will:
Provide communications support,
- writing engaging social media posts, ensuring regular social media updates;
- creating digital, mobile first content, including taking photos and videos;
- developing content for the website, contributing and ensuring the visibility of virtual events, digital campaigns, and key activities;
- maintaining, proofreading and systematically updating website pages (training will be provided).

Conduct research and data analysis, including,
- drafting and editing reports, briefings, and documents; refining/adding executive summaries, concisely highlighting key findings;
- preparing graphic-rich, high-quality PowerPoint;
- carrying out research to update the Digital Transformation Resource Hub.

Support with event coordination,
- assisting the organization of ITU events related to Digital Transformation for People-Centred Cities;
- drafting editorial and other relevant promotional content of Digital Transformation for People-Centred Cities related events.

**COMPETENCIES**:
**QUALIFICATION REQUIRED**:
**Education**:
University degree or completing an advanced University degree.

**Experience**:
No work experience required.

**Languages**:
English at advanced level. Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

**REMENURATION INFORMATION**:
Unpaid internship.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:
**Please note that a non-remunerated Internship position at ITU does not carry the same conditions of employment as a Short-term or a Fixed-term position. Mandatory Medical Insurance, travel expenses, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or sponsoring institutions.**

The intern will acquire excellent knowledge and experience of:

- Wordpress.
- Recommendation ITU-T A.1, ITU-T Working Methods and other Mechanisms
- Ad hoc training offered to ITU staff.

Learning will be structured and will take place through participation in ITU meetings and/or workshops, by studying ITU reports, surveys, studies or activities related processes, by mentoring/coaching/on-the-job training.

The post holder will be attached to a direct supervisor who will p

  • Unpaid Internship

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Vollzeit

    INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION - ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and...

  • Unpaid Internship

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Vollzeit

    INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION - ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and...

  • Unpaid Internship

    Vor 4 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Vollzeit

    INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION - ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and...

  • Unctad Internship in The Trade and Creative Economy

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The Internship Programme is unpaid and full-time, i.e. an intern is expected to work 8 hours a day, five days per week. The internship position is in the Trade and Creative Economy Section, Trading Systems, Services and Creative Economy Branch, Division on International Trade and Commodities (DITC). The Trade and Creative Economy Section carries out...

  • Unctad Internship in The Analysis Unit of The

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    recruitment status in the Secretariat for a period of six months following the end of their internship. UN internships are unpaid and full-time, i.e. an intern is expected to work five days per week, eight hours per day the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. Interns at the United Nations Headquarters...

  • Unep Finance Initiative

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. United Nations...

  • Intern - Language Training Programme [temporary]

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship is located in the Centre for Learning and Multilingualism (CLM), Human Resources Management Service, United Nations Office at Geneva. This internship is for a period of three months, from 25 April to 14 July 2023. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. The intern will work five (5) days per week (40 hours) under the overall supervision of the...

  • Intern - Language Training Programme [temporary]

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship is located in the Centre for Learning and Multilingualism (CLM), Human Resources Management Service, United Nations Office at Geneva. This internship is for a period of three months, from 25 April to 14 July 2023. The internship is UNPAID and full-time.¿ The intern will work five (5) days per week (40 hours) under the overall supervision of...

  • Intern - Arabic Language Training Programme

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship is located in the Centre for Learning and Multilingualism (CLM), Human Resources Management Service, United Nations Office at Geneva. This internship is for a period of three months, from 25 April to 14 July 2023. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. The intern will work five (5) days per week (40 hours) under the overall supervision of...

  • Intern - Translation (Spanish) [temporary]

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    This internship is located in the Spanish Translation Section, Languages Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva and is under the supervision of the Chief of the Section or the internship supervisor, as appropriate. This internship is proposed for the period from 01 May to 30 June...

  • Legal Intern

    vor 2 Wochen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Internships with the IIMM are unpaid and full-time. Core working hours for interns are Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 18:00 (in the time zone in which the intern is located). The duration of an internship with the IIMM can range from a minimum of three (3) months to a maximum of six (6) months, according to the needs of the...

  • Intern - Translation, French (2 Internships)

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    These internships are located in the French Translation Section, Languages Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva, and are under the supervision of the Chief of the Section or the internship supervisor, as appropriate. These internships are proposed for a period of two months, from 6...

  • Social Media Intern

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The Office of the United Nations (UN) High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is the Secretariat department responsible for strengthening international human rights mechanisms; enhancing equality and countering discrimination; combating impunity and strengthening accountability and the rule of law; integrating human rights in development and in the...

  • Intern - Translation, French (2 Internships)

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    These internships are located in the French Translation Section, Languages Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva, and are under the supervision of the Chief of the Section or the internship supervisor, as appropriate. These internships are proposed for a period of two months, from 26...

  • Intern - Public Information - Social Media

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship is located in the Press and External Relations Section, Information Service, Department of Global Communications (DGC), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG). The United Nations Information Service (UNIS) in Geneva is the voice of the United Nations Office at Geneva. Through the media and its own news and information products, UNIS keeps the...

  • Intern - Public Information - Media (French)

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship is located in the Press and External Relations Section of the Information Service, Department of Global Communications (DGC), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG). The United Nations Information Service (UNIS) in Geneva is the voice of the United Nations Office at Geneva. Through the media and its own news and information products, UNIS...

  • Intern - Public Information - Media & Outreach

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The internship is located in the Press and External Relations Section of the Information Service, Department of Global Communications (DGC), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG). The United Nations Information Service (UNIS) in Geneva is the voice of the United Nations Office at Geneva. Through the media and its own news and information products, UNIS...

  • Unep Finance Initiative

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Located within the UN...

  • Intern - Environment Affairs [temporary]

    Vor 4 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The United Nations...

  • Unep Finance Initiative

    Vor 4 Tagen

    Geneve, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Located within the UN...