Intern Political Affairs Officer

About the role

The United Nations Department of Peacekeeping Operations is offering a six‑month unpaid internship in New York. The Intern Political Affairs Officer will support the Office of the Assistant Secretary‑General for Peacebuilding and Peace Support (PBPSO) in monitoring political developments, preparing briefing materials and assisting with event coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor activities in relevant countries and regions, identify trends and assess emerging political and operational issues.
• Attend meetings and prepare concise summary notes with action points.
• Conduct research on thematic topics and produce summary reports on inter‑governmental fora.
• Support the drafting of notes, background papers, checklists, talking points, presentations and speeches for senior UN officials.
• Assist in planning and implementing meetings, events, policy dialogues and other peacebuilding‑related activities.

Required profile

• Works under the supervision of the Senior Political Affairs Officer.

Required skills

What we offer

• Unpaid, full‑time (35 hours per week) internship with the possibility to adjust to part‑time or remote work based on candidate needs.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience in political affairs, peacebuilding and UN operations.
• Access to UN premises in New York and exposure to senior officials and international stakeholders.