Internship

We currently have two vacancies. Join our team and apply for the internship position within the Stakeholders Engagement Programme or the Policy and Advocacy Programme. 

We pay our interns

 

UPR Info is a proud member of the "We pay our interns" initiative.

UPR Info is currently recruiting an Intern within the Stakeholders Engagement Programme.  UPR Info strives to provide a unique learning experience that fully engages interns in meaningful work. Reporting to the Programme Manager, interns at UPR Info are given significant responsibilities, including tasks to perform both independently and in cooperation with other team members.

Responsibilities

The internship will include, but will not be limited to the following tasks:

  • Conducting research and analysis on how the Universal Periodic Review contributes in advancing human rights;
  • Preparing visuals for Programme activities, including flyers for events and social media campaigns;
  • Producing press releases or news articles on Programme activities, including interviewing HRDs;
  • Assisting in keeping up to date UPR Info’s website; uploading documents; reviewing our database of recommendations; translating pages into English, French and/or Spanish.

In addition, the intern will monitor and report on the UPR Working Group and the Human Rights Council, and UPR Info’s Pre-sessions.

Profile Requirements

To be considered for an internship at UPR Info, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

  • Enrolled in a bachelor’s or graduate programme (second university degree or master’s degree, or higher), at the time of application in one of the following fields: human rights, international relations, international law, or international development;
  • Valid Swiss permit for the internship’s period.
  • Interest in international human rights mechanisms, the United Nations system, and the Universal Periodic Review (related experience would be an asset);
  • Skills in graphic design and video editing will be an asset
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent IT skills including a good command of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong interest and experience in social media communications;
  • Experience in event coordination and logistics;
  • Native proficiency in oral and written English or French (with good working knowledge of the other). Written knowledge of other UN languages is a strong asset, especially Spanish; and
  • Able to work well in a team and adapt to an international working environment.

Internship conditions

This internship is based in Geneva and is full time for a period of approximately 6 months from July-January 2024.  As the proud initiator of the We Pay Our Interns initiative, UPR Info will provide a stipend for the duration of the internship.

How to apply

Interested candidates who meet the profile requirements can apply using Jotform. Please include your CV (2 pages maximum) and cover letter (1 page maximum) in PDF format. The application process will close on Wedensday, 14 June at 5.p.m and applications received after this time will not be considered. Only applicants selected for a virtual interview will be contacted.

Please note that only applicants who are enrolled in a post-secondary degree program for the duration of the internship will be considered.

UPR Info is currently recruiting an intern within the Policy and Advocacy Programme. Internships are vital to UPR Info and we strive to provide a unique learning experience that fully engages interns in meaningful work. Reporting to the Programme Manager, interns at UPR Info are given significant responsibilities, including tasks to perform both independently and in cooperation with other team members.

Responsibilities

The internship will include, but will not be limited to the following tasks:

  • assisting with communications; writing news articles and concept notes, preparing infographics, drafting press releases, and drafting social media messaging;
  • assisting with all logistical aspects related to the preparation of the UPR Pre-sessions, including drafting invitations, organizing meetings, and liaising with stakeholders (civil society, national human rights Institutions, and States);
  • contributing to the development of advocacy and training materials;
  • Supporting research related to Programme projects.

In addition, the intern will monitor and report on the UPR Working Group and Human Rights Council sessions.

Profile Requirements

To be considered for an internship at UPR Info, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

  • Enrolled in a bachelor’s or graduate programme (second university degree or Master's degree, or higher), at the time of application in one of the following fields: human rights, international relations, international law, or international development;
  • Valid Swiss permit for the internship’s period.
  • Interest in international human rights mechanisms, the United Nations system, and the Universal Periodic Review (related experience would be an asset);
  • Skills in graphic design and video editing will be an asset
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent IT skills including a good command of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong interest and experience in social media communications;
  • Experience in event coordination and logistics;
  • Native proficiency in oral and written English or French (with good working knowledge of the other). Written knowledge of other UN languages is a strong asset, especially Spanish; and
  • Able to work well in a team and adapt to an international working environment.

Internship conditions

This internship is based in Geneva and is full time for a period of approximately 6 months from August 2023 to January 2024.  As the proud initiator of the We Pay Our Interns initiative, UPR Info will provide a stipend for the duration of the internship.

How to apply

Interested candidates who meet the profile requirements can apply using Jotform. Only applications received through this platform will be accepted. Please include your CV (2 pages maximum) and cover letter (1 page maximum) in PDF format. The application process will close on Wednesday, 14 June 2023 at 17h00 (Geneva time) and applications received after this time will not be considered. Only applicants who have been selected for a virtual interview will be contacted.

Please note that only applicants who are enrolled in a post-secondary degree program for the duration of the internship will be considered.