Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) provides critical Supply Chain, Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies services and Training to all peacekeeping and special political missions around the world as well as to other UN Offices, Agencies Funds and Programs. This Internship is located in the Technology Development Unit (TDU) of the Technology Development, Design & Planning Section (TDDPS) Infrastructure and Operations Section (IOS) within the Service for Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies (SGITT) at the UNGSC in Valencia, Spain. The Intern reports to and works under the supervision of the Chief of TDU. The internship is for six (6) months. One (1) post is available. The internship is unpaid and full-time. Our Interns work as full members of our team, pursue projects that are designed to make a significant difference in UNGSC, and have opportunities to learn about the United Nations overall. The intern will support the Digital Technology Training Development project led by the Technology Development Unit (TDU) at the United Nations Global Service Centre in Valencia, which focuses on the development, testing, and validation of AI‑based tools, including offline AI solutions, for drone digital forensics use cases, and includes support to the design, assembly, and iterative development of a DIY (Do-It-Yourself) 3D‑printed drone, to which the Intern will actively contribute. Tasks will include: a) Support research on current and emerging UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) and counter‑UAS technologies relevant to drone forensics and training applications, and present findings to the team b) Assist in the development, testing, and validation of AI‑based tools (including offline AI solutions) for drone forensics use cases c) Evaluate the performance, accuracy, and limitations of existing AI models applied to drone data (e.g. imagery, video, telemetry) d) Assist in the design, assembly, and iterative development of a 3D‑printed drone platform e) Participate in testing and documentation of drone systems, components, and forensic workflows f) Maintain accurate technical documentation, test reports, and datasets to ensure project integrity and traceability g) Report progress, findings, and challenges during regular technical and project meetings h) Assist with coordination and technical updates during engagements with relevant internal stakeholders i) Perform any other duties as required in support of TDU technology development and innovation activities
Qualifications/special skills
The basic education required is HS Diploma. Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). c) The field of study must be closely related to the internship’s technical scope, such as Computer Forensics, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or other relevant Forensics or ICT disciplines. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, or similar. Knowledge of Open-Source AI-based tools that can be hosted locally is desirable. Knowledge of AI-based drone forensics tools is desirable. Ability to draft professional emails to clients is desirable. Ability to organize and conduct professional meetings with clients is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Fluency in spoken and written Spanish is desirable. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Additional Information
Not available.
Intern Specific text
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. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
