UNIDO is looking for an Intern (Decarbonization and Sustainable Energy): APPLY NOW!
Title: Intern (Decarbonization and Sustainable Energy)
Requisition ID: 2429
Grade: Intern
Category: Internship Talent Pool
Employment Type: NonStaff-Regular
Country: Austria
Duty Station: Vienna
Internship Duration: 3-6 months
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Vacancy Announcement
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
The Division of Decarbonization and Sustainable Energy (TCS/DSE) under the supervision of the Managing Director of the Directorate of Technical Cooperation and Sustainable Industrial Development (TCS), and in close coordination with other organizational entities within UNIDO, assists Member States in the transition to a sustainable energy future through the application of renewable energy solutions for productive uses, adoption of the efficient concepts of energy use by industry and the introduction of low-carbon technologies and processes.
In transitioning to a sustainable energy future, the challenges of addressing energy poverty and climate change are an integral part of the Division’s activities, as is the dissemination of relevant knowledge and technologies and paths to plan, manage and finance the energy transition. It collaborates closely on relevant and converging issues with the Climate and Technology Partnerships Division (IET/CTP) and analytical and strategic matters with TCS/CPS and ODG/SPU.
The UNIDO internship positions are located under the Division of Decarbonization and Sustainable Energy, and are offered throughout the year, subject to availability, as well as subject to the eligibility and successful assessment of selected applicants.
The duration of an UNIDO internship is between three to six months, is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work under the supervision of a staff member, in the division or office that they are assigned to. Interns shall cover all costs associated with their internship, including visa, travel to and from the duty station, insurance, transportation, accommodation and living expenses.
INTERN (DECARBONIZATION AND SUSTAINABLE ENERGY) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Intern (Decarbonization and Sustainable Energy)(s) will work under the direct supervision of a project manager designated by the Director of the Division.
The Intern(s) shall be engaged as follows:
- Exposed to the regular core functions of the Division and as such shall have the opportunity to observe the day to day operations and engage in on-the-job training in specific actions delegated by the Supervisor.
- Contribute to the division’s technical cooperation portfolio by performing self-contained research activitiessuch as; study and analyse selected technical cooperation projects from the diviision’s portfolio from the perspective of upscaling the project impacts through normative and policy functions of UNIDO.
- Other Special emerging Projects that may enhance the learning experience of the Intern.
INTERN (DECARBONIZATION AND SUSTAINABLE ENERGY) MINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Age: Minimum 20 years old on the first day of the internship.
Education: Enrolled in a university degree programme; or begin the internship within one year of completing a university degree; or completed a university degree and be sponsored as part of an academic or development programme.
Field of specialization: Industry decarbonization, low carbon and climate resilient technologies, climate change mitigation and/or adaptation, development studies and/or climate finance, economics, international relations, business administration, engineering.
Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
Other skills: Basic knowledge of climate change technologies and policies, and familiarity with climate mitigation and adaptation strategies is an asset.
INTERN (DECARBONIZATION AND SUSTAINABLE ENERGY) CORE COMPETENCIES
Core Values
WE LIVE AND ACT WITH INTEGRITY: work honestly, openly and impartially.
WE SHOW PROFESSIONALISM: work hard and competently in a committed and responsible manner. WE RESPECT DIVERSITY: work together effectively, respectfully and inclusively, regardless of our differences in culture and perspective.
Intern (Decarbonization and Sustainable Energy) Key Competencies
WE FOCUS ON PEOPLE: cooperate to fully reach our potential –and this is true for our colleagues as well as our clients. Emotional intelligence and receptiveness are vital parts of our UNIDO identity.
WE FOCUS ON RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: focus on planning, organizing and managing our work effectively and efficiently. We are responsible and accountable for achieving our results and meeting our performance standards. This accountability does not end with our colleagues and supervisors, but we also owe it to those we serve and who have trusted us to contribute to a better, safer and healthier world.
WE COMMUNICATE AND EARN TRUST: communicate effectively with one another and build an environment of trust where we can all excel in our work.
WE THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND INNOVATE: to stay relevant, we continuously improve, support innovation, share our knowledge and skills, and learn from one another.
INTERN (DECARBONIZATION AND SUSTAINABLE ENERGY) LEARNING ELEMENTS
- Become acquainted with the most up-to-date technical, economic and industrial developments in the relevant field of specialization of the Division.
- Learn about the organization of global events, multilateral energy and climate change processes, and partnerships related to climate and innovation.
- Contribute to improving coordination and communication skills in the international development context.
- Gain experience in project management.
- Acquire on the job training: organization of major international events, building partnerships, engaging youth and mainstreaming gender.
- Gain experience in working effectively in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.
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