United Nations Internship in Turkey

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

Total reward

0 $

Association

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Area

Central and Eastern Europe

Host Country

Turkey

Deadline

02 Mar 2021

Study level

Undergraduate

Opportunity type

Internships

Opportunity funding

Full funding

Eligible Countries

This opportunity is destined for all countries

Eligible Region

All Regions

The United Nations Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries calls application for the internship in the Multimedia Editing and Communications in Turkey. The technology Bank, which became operational in 2018, aims to strengthen the knowledge capacity of the 47 least developed countries and is dedicated to strengthening the least developed coutries by promoting science, technology and innovation for sustainable development. This internship, based in Turkey and with a minimum duration of two months, is intended for undergraduate and graduate students. The internship is full-time and unpaid.

Summary

The UN Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries (TBLDCs) internship is for a period of two months, commencing as soon as possible, with an opportunity for extension up to a maximum of six months depending on the needs of the Technology Bank. The internship is unpaid and full-time in the TBLDCs, based in Gebze, Turkey. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the TBLDCs.

Responsibilities

The daily duties of the intern will depend on the individual’s background, the intern’s assigned program as well as the internship period. However, the following might be the duties of the role in particular :

Performs desktop publishing to produce a variety of print material and publications, using relevant computer systems and software applications.
Assists in the layout and preparation of information materials.
Reviews and/or edits scripts and storylines, creates and edits animations as per requirements and prepares presentations with raw designs to clients, using relevant software and techniques.
Creates models, drawings and illustrations by hand or electronically.
Develops storyboards for the initial stages of production, using creativity and artistic techniques to tell a story or provide information in visual form.
Joins images with background graphics and special effects and ensures synchronization of frames and audio
Assists with scheduling of various components of the production process, e.g. copy and proofreading, graphics, translation services, typesetting, printing, etc.
Liaises with relevant parties on project specifications and approval of mechanicals for dispatch, etc.
Tracks and monitors production flow to ensure that deadlines are met.
Performs other related work as required., including drawing paintings, computer animation, info-graphic and printmaking design, books illustrations, creative writing, technical art, installations and photography.

Required Education

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme in Turkey, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation;

Be computer literate in standard software applications.

Other Requirements :

Work Experience:

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the Programme.

Languages:

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the Internship Programme. Knowledge of a second United Nations official language is an asset.

Apply Now

Candidates must apply online. Interested applicants must submit an online application and Cover Note which must include :

Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?)
Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?)
List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
List your top three areas of interest.
Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship.
Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.

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Provider: United Nations