Next Generation of Aviation Professionals Intern null

Your role

The primary focus of this internship is on the organization of the NGAP global summit as well as the outreach and promotion activities in relation to advancing NGAP objectives. Terms of reference Under the supervision of the NGAP programme manager, the intern will:

• Assist in the overall preparation of the NGAP Global Summit, workshops, webinars and associated activities
• Support the coordination and preparation of background and reference and outreach materials as well as communication activities on NGAP
• Help with updating and maintaining the NGAP Global Summit website and other social media platforms to ensure accurate and relevant information
• Prepare reports and meeting minutes as needed
• Assist in drafting correspondences, speeches, talking points, presentations, and other materials
• Conduct research on the latest data, best practices and information concerning NGAP initiatives
• Contribute to the redesign of ICAO's public website content related to NGAP
• Support activities related to coordination and communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

About you

Educational background:

At the time of application, candidates are required to have completed or be enrolled in a graduate degree programme (second-level university degree or higher) preferably in a field of study related to political science, law, public administration, management, or a related field in the aviation sector.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including word, excel and powerpoint. 
• Excellent communication and research skills. 
• Familiarity with website content management systems and social media platforms is an asset. Practical experience in using collaborative documentation processing tools or work management platforms is an advantage.
• Knowledge of ICAO and its mandate, the aviation sector or the United Nations system is desirable. 

Competencies:

• 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 the 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. 
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. 
• Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box"; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

Essential requirements:

Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English. Desirable requirements: A working knowledge of a second language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).

Benefits

An internship at the UN could be the ideal start if you are considering a career in the Organization. It will give you exposure to high-profile conferences, political decision making or work on the ground, as well as the opportunity to contribute to the projects and mandates of the United Nations.

• Enhance your educational experience through practical work assignments
• Deepen your knowledge and understanding of the Organization’s goals, principles and activities
• Work in an international environment, and network with international civil servants, career professionals and senior management
• Provide the UN with assistance in your area of expertise

Interns are not paid. All costs related to this internship must be borne by the intern. However, full-time employees enjoy remarkable compensation and benefits. Click here to see how well full-time employees are compensated.

Training & development

From specialized courses to individual coaching, they are always introducing new ways to boost your learning and development.
The global and flexible nature of every UN position will allow you to develop your professional interests around the world, as your career progresses.
More information about Learning Opportunities

For example, these three areas of learning are offered:

• Languages classes
• Substantive and soft-skills training
• Leadership workshops

For substantive and soft-skills training, the following are key learning priorities for the Organization:

• Data, Analysis and Communications
• Innovation and Digital Transformation
• Strategic Foresight
• Performance and Results Orientation
• Behavioral Science
• Partnership
• Climate Action
• Resource Mobilization
• Strategic Communications
• Human Rights based Approach
• Crisis Response

Career Progress

Your internship will not automatically lead to a job with the UN, but with the experience you have acquired during your time as an intern you might be interested in applying for General Service or consultancy positions.

If you want to apply to positions at the Professional and Higher or Field Service levels, we ask you to let at least six months pass after the end of your internship before you submit your application, and ensure that you fulfill not only the educational but also the work experience requirements that are outlined in each job opening.

Sources

• careers.un.org/payandbenefits?language=en
• careers.un.org/career-development?language=en
• careers.un.org/job-level
• youtube.com/watch?v=kPsWEvzpPMA