Political Affairs Internship – PKMCB

About the role

This unpaid six‑month internship with the United Nations Office of Counter‑Terrorism (UNOCT) supports the Policy, Knowledge Management and Coordination Branch (PKMCB). Interns work remotely or in a hybrid setting and contribute to the Knowledge Management Unit.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and coordinating Secretary‑General reports on counter‑terrorism.
• Support the preparation and delivery of major UNOCT policy events.
• Help promote coordination and coherence across UN counter‑terrorism and PVE initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of relationships with Member States, international and regional organisations, and civil society.
• Provide research and analytical support for intergovernmental processes, including the UN Global Counter‑Terrorism Strategy review.

Required profile

• No prior work experience required.
• Currently enrolled in a graduate‑level programme or equivalent.
• Strong interest in counter‑terrorism policy and knowledge management.
• Available for a six‑month period, full‑time (35 hrs/week) or part‑time (20 hrs/week).
• Ability to work remotely or in a hybrid arrangement at the UN premises in New York.

Required skills

What we offer

• Unpaid internship with flexible work mode (remote or hybrid).
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in UN counter‑terrorism policy and coordination.
• Mentorship from the Head of the Knowledge Management Unit and senior UN officials.