Organization: OIOS – Office of Internal Oversight Services
Work Location: Entebbe
Expected duration: 3-6 months
Application Deadline: 9 June 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
Organizational Setting and Reporting This internship positions are located in the Office of Internal Oversight Services, Inspection and Evaluation Division (OIOS-IED) office in Entebbe, Uganda. OIOS-IED conducts independent inspections and evaluations on behalf of the Secretary-General and Member States and in accordance with its mandate (A/RES/48/218 B). Evaluations assess the relevance, efficiency and effectiveness of the Organization’s programmes in relation to their objectives and mandates. More information on OIOS-IED is available at https://oios.un.org/. OIOS-IED is seeking graduate students who wish to gain professional experience in an international organization to supplement their studies. The internship provides practical experience working in a multicultural and intergovernmental organization. Under the supervision of OIOS-IED managers, the intern is assigned projects and tasks that are relevant to their educational background and interests and provided with the opportunity to apply and further develop their theoretical knowledge and gain exposure to the work of the United Nations Secretariat. Duties and Responsibilities Under the overall supervision and guidance of the relevant manager, the intern will be expected to work on one or more of OIOS-IED’s ongoing inspection and evaluation projects, which include:
The Evaluation of MINUSCA Electoral Affairs Service
The Inspection of Quick Impact Projects (QIPs) in Peacekeeping Missions
Thematic Evaluation of Digital Transformation in Peacekeeping Missions The intern may assist in data collection, analysis and other assigned tasks. Depending on the competencies and interests of the intern, and data collection needs stemming from the evaluation design and the evaluation projects above, the assignments may include:
Supporting the evaluation team on background research and summarizing data;
Assisting the evaluation team in collecting, organizing and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data. This may include: o Taking notes of stakeholder interviews and minutes of meetings observed; o Obtaining, screening and organizing documents and internal data from UN Secretariat entities in different formats; o Programming and testing online surveys; o Conducting statistical or geospatial analyses of the data collected; o Developing and testing a database and dashboards including data cleaning, and coding; o Visualizing data using MS Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI; and o Other related tasks that may be required.
Assisting in other ad-hoc activities including reviews and edits of the various evaluation products. To qualify for an internship through the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent or higher); or (b) Be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) Have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation. (d) Be registered for or have completed studies in political science, economics, international affairs, security and counter-terrorism studies, public administration, gender studies, statistics, data science, human rights, data science, information systems, computer science, programme evaluation and/or related fields. (e) Be computer literate in standard software applications, preferably Microsoft Excel; familiarity with one or more data analysis software/tools such as PowerBi, NVivo, R, SAS, SPSS, Stata, Python, ArcGIS/QGIS and/or the ethical use of artificial intelligence. Skills in quantitative and qualitative analysis using large unstructured volumes of data are highly desirable. (f) Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of its Charter; and (g) Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Competencies If accepted, interns will be expected to embody the following competencies: Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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. Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; shows willingness to learn new technology. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this internship, fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of French is highly desired; and for the MINUSCA Electoral Affairs Service evaluation, a fluent French speaker is desired. Assessment Potential candidates will be contacted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this internship, fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of French is highly desired; and for the MINUSCA Electoral Affairs Service evaluation, a fluent French speaker is desired.
Additional Information
Special Notice The internship will commence in July/August 2026 for a minimum duration of 3 months, with the possibility of extension up to 6 months, depending on performance and need. The internship will be full-time and can be conducted either remotely or in-person in Entebbe, Uganda. The intern will be expected to be available during the Entebbe office hours. A completed online application (cover note and personal history profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The cover note must include:
Title of degree you are currently pursuing
Graduation date (when you: will be graduating/graduated from the programme)
Period of availability (start and end dates)
Skills and experience in research, evaluation, qualitative and/or quantitative data collection and analysis
IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in
Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship
Explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme In the online Personal History Profile, applicants should include all past work experience, IT skills and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Children and siblings of UN staff members are not eligible for participation in the UN internship programme.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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