Interns - Legal Affairs

Work LocationNew York Expected durationThe internship is for three months with an opportunity for extension, depending on the needs of the division (ALD). Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Administrative Law Division (ALD), DMSPC/OHR, is seeking highly motivated interns who wish to gain professional experience in administrative law within an international organization. This three to six-month internship offers a practical educational experience and provides interns with the opportunity to work in a multicultural, intergovernmental organization. Interns perform tasks under the supervision of a Legal Officer or a Conduct and Discipline Officer : The responsibilities may include, but not limited to: • Assisting in preparing advice on appeals and disciplinary matters. • Assisting in conducting reviews of the status of follow-up on pending allegations of misconduct and preparing related communications to Member States. • Assisting in the review of conduct and discipline-related policy documents with a view to supporting necessary revisions and/or updates. • Conducting legal research and analyzing issues arising from the application of the Staff Regulations and Rules. • Assisting counsel to prepare written and oral submissions in proceedings before the United Nations Dispute Tribunal (UNDT). • Assisting in drafting various legal documents and communications. • Attending and taking notes at conferences and meetings. • Supporting information and knowledge management practices. • Working on the Conduct and Discipline website and/or presentations. Qualifications/special skillsCompetencies: COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Skills: 1- Be computer literate in standard software applications. 2- Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter, and 3- Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Academic Qualifications: 1- Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), 2- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent), 3- Have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation, or 4- If pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree in Law or an area related to Law. Experience: No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship. Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. Additional InformationA completed online application [cover note and Personal History Profile (PHP)] is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: • The exact title and receipt date of your most recent degree and the title of any degree currently being pursued • The graduation date (when will you be graduating from the programme in which you are enrolled) • List the IT skills and programmes in which you are proficient • Explanation as to why you are the best candidate for the Administrative Law Division and how the internship fits within your career plans • The period for which you will be available, along with your estimated and preferred start and end dates of the internship. No FeeTHE 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.