Climate and Energy Project Support Internships Available (4 Positions) in Rome

UND Support Internships program is excited to announce opportunities in Rome, Italy. This role focuses on the Nature, Climate, and Energy practice area, and the job identification number is 23590.

The posting date is January 21, 2025, at 7:55 PM. Interested candidates must apply before February 4, 2025, at 6:59 AM. This full-time internship lasts for six months, offering an excellent chance for individuals eager to advance their careers in sustainable development.

Moreover, candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree. In addition, they must either be enrolled in a master’s program or be in their final academic year of their first university degree. Furthermore, applicants must start their internship within one year of graduation. Proficiency in English is required, while knowledge of Italian is a plus.

Given the vacancy timeline of just two weeks, motivated individuals should act quickly. Ultimately, this opportunity allows interns to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable hands-on experience with UNDP.

Job Description for the UNDP Support Internships:

Rome Centre for Climate Action and Energy Transition

• Purpose: The Rome Centre aims to enhance the partnership between UNDP and the Italian government, thus fostering collaboration with G7 and G20 countries on sustainable development.
• Focus Areas: The Centre prioritizes:
  • Youth engagement in climate action
  • Energy for development
  • Climate finance
  • Technical Assistance and Investment Support Facility:
    • Mobilizes funding for climate, energy, and environmental projects.
    • Supports decarbonization and climate resilience in developing economies.
    • Connects impactful projects with institutional and private investors.
  • Energy for Growth Initiative:
    • Promotes access to sustainable energy in developing countries, contributing to SDG 7.
    • Assists countries in unlocking financing for clean energy solutions.
    • Aligns public and private capital with international policy goals.
  • Youth4Climate:
    • Encourages youth participation in climate action, aligned with SDG 13.
    • Supports youth-led solutions with financial aid and capacity development.
    • Provides a platform for young advocates to engage with policymakers.

Main Programmes available for the UNDP Support Internships

• Collaboration: The Centre actively collaborates with the Italian public and private sectors to mobilize financial resources for development.
• Strategic Partnerships: It aims to build broader partnerships and reinforce collaboration with Italy and other key stakeholders.
• Overall Impact: The Centre supports Italy’s international cooperation and UNDP’s global initiatives, ensuring that transitions remain just and consider the impacts on vulnerable populations.

Institutional Arrangements for the UNDP Support Internships

• Reporting Structure: Interns report to thematic team leaders and the operations lead. Additionally, they collaborate closely with technical experts.
• Intern Expenses:
  • Interns may receive a stipend, as detailed in the stipend section.
  • However, travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of:
    • The nominating institution or government, which may provide financial assistance.
• Stipend Details:
  • If interns do not receive financial support from any institution, UNDP provides a stipend to cover basic daily expenses, such as meals and transportation.
  • The stipend is paid monthly and adjusts for part-time internships.
  • Moreover, if interns have external financial support, UNDP will pay the difference between that support and the applicable UNDP stipend, subject to relevant rules.
  • Importantly, no additional payments will be made by UNDP beyond the stipend.
• Leave Accrual:
  • Interns earn 1.5 days of leave per month.
  • Any unused leave days will be forfeited at the end of the internship.
  • Furthermore, absences exceeding nine days will result in deductions from the stipend.
• Insurance Responsibility:
  • Interns must secure adequate medical insurance for the duration of their internship.
  • UNDP does not reimburse medical insurance costs.
  • Interns must provide proof of valid insurance, including coverage for:
    • Transportation for further treatment.
    • Preparation and return of remains in case of death.
• Employment Expectations:
  • There is no expectation of employment with UNDP following the internship.
  • In addition, interns cannot apply for or be appointed to any position during the internship.
• Third-party Claims:
  • UNDP is not liable for any claims related to property loss, damage, death, or personal injury caused by interns during their internship.

Duties and Responsibilities for the hired Main Programmes available for the UNDP Support Internships

• Main Objective: The assignment primarily focuses on providing daily support to the UNDP Rome Centre in managing the climate and energy portfolio. The intern will, therefore, receive guidance and technical supervision from team leaders.
• Reporting Structure: The intern reports directly to the office coordinator.
• Key Duties:
  • Research and Analysis:
    • First, assist in researching climate and energy topics, including sustainable energy solutions and renewable energy systems.
    • Next, compile and analyze data for reports and presentations.
  • Project Coordination Support:
    • Additionally, aid in coordinating ongoing projects within the Climate and Energy portfolios.
    • Track project progress and deadlines while also supporting logistics for meetings and events.
  • Administrative Assistance:
    • Prepare documents, meeting minutes, and correspondence for the Climate and Energy teams.
    • Furthermore, maintain organized digital and physical records of the portfolio’s activities.
  • Communication and Outreach:
    • Contribute to drafting communication materials, including social media posts, newsletters, and briefing notes.
    • Moreover, support outreach efforts to partners and stakeholders.
  • Event Support:
    • Help organize workshops, webinars, and events related to climate and energy.
    • Finally, assist with logistical and technical arrangements during events.

Corporate Competencies

• Demonstrate integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards. Moreover, promote the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP.
• Additionally, display sensitivity and adaptability regarding culture, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age.
• Furthermore, treat all people fairly without favoritism.
• Professionalism:
• Work toward creative solutions by analyzing problems carefully and logically. In addition, maintain a dynamic, positive, and adaptive attitude toward work-related challenges.
• Also, facilitate discussions and meetings effectively and efficiently.
• Moreover, resolve conflicts as they arise.
• Set priorities, produce quality outputs, meet deadlines, and manage time efficiently. Consequently, stay highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Communication:
• Finally, write and present information clearly and convincingly.
  • First, demonstrate integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
  • Additionally, promote the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP.
  • Display sensitivity and adaptability regarding culture, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age.
  • Importantly, treat all people fairly without favoritism.

Required Skills and Experience for the UNDP Support Internships

• Education:
  • Applicants to the UNDP internship program must meet one of the following requirements at the time of application:
    • First, be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, preferably at the master’s level) in fields such as Public Policy, Political Science, Environmental Science, Energy Studies, Climate Policy, International Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
    • Alternatively, be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent) in fields such as communication studies, infographic design, journalism, or any related field.
    • Lastly, have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation.
• Experience:
  • Required Skills and Experience
  • Possess strong research and analytical abilities, as they are essential.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with project management tools, which are required.
  • Exhibit a genuine interest in sustainable development and climate change issues.
  • Moreover, knowledge at the intersection of youth and climate represents a valuable asset.
  • Showcase excellent writing skills, along with strong analytical aptitude and communication skills, which are crucial.
  • Maintain strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Additionally, familiarity with the UN system, other international organizations, and academic institutions is advantageous.
  • Finally, commit to UNDP’s mission, vision, and values.
• Language Requirements:
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required.
  • Working knowledge of another official UN language or Italian is considered an asset.

Documentation Requirements

In the event that an applicant is successfully selected, they will be required to provide electronic versions of the following documents:

1. A letter from their university confirming current enrollment and graduation date.
2. A letter of recommendation from a professor.
3. A copy of their most recent school transcript.
4. A copy of their passport.
5. A completed UNDP internship application form.
6. A signed UNDP Internship Agreement.
7. A Medical Certificate of Good Health.
8. Proof of medical insurance.

Please note that all of the above documentation is required within one week after selection.

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