Political Affairs Internship – UN Office for Disarmament Affairs

About the role

The Office for Disarmament Affairs (ODA) in Geneva is offering a full‑time, unpaid Political Affairs internship for a period of 2 to 6 months. Interns will work five days a week, supporting ODA’s mandate to provide impartial information on disarmament to UN bodies, Member States and civil society.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and preparing official documents, press releases and statements.
• Maintain records and datasets related to disarmament activities.
• Attend conferences and meetings, producing concise summaries.
• Conduct research, including legal, documentary and internet searches.
• Provide logistical and administrative support during conferences.
• Develop web presentations and contribute to social‑media outreach.
• Perform other duties as required by the supervising staff.

Required profile

• Demonstrated teamwork skills, collaborating effectively with colleagues.
• Strong planning and organization abilities, able to set priorities and manage time.
• Clear written and verbal communication, adapting style to diverse audiences.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams.