Physical Security Intern
Work Location
New York
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) globally. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions. The intern will report to the Physical Security Coordinator in the Office of the Chief, Security and Safety Service New York (SSS NY). This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic, and exciting service in an organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance security expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Simply, all humanity will be benefiting from your work. Together, we can make the world a better place. For more information on the Department, and how we make an impact on the world in enabling the achievement of SDGs, visit: https://www.un.org/undss/ This internship opportunity involves assisting with the installation of the physical security systems in the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Physical Security Coordinator (Architect), the intern will work in close collaboration with the senior management of SSS NY, ensuring timely support in conducting normative work of the team, which includes preparation of sketches, drawings, analysis and supporting ongoing construction projects. The duration of this internship is for a period of six (6) months, is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of the Physical Security Coordinator. This internship is designed to be conducted in person but can be adapted to accommodate hybrid arrangements (20 hours per week), on an exceptional basis. Within assigned authority, the intern is expected to undertake the following duties: ā¢ Assist in the digital archiving of construction project documents. ā¢ Assist with reviewing existing construction documents for projects. ā¢ Assist with research on the latest technology on physical security materials and systems. ā¢ Support the Physical Security Coordinator in archive management of project documents. ā¢ Assist in preparing sketches on AutoCAD or Revit.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelorās degree or equivalent). Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelorās degree or equivalent). Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Masterās or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelorās, Masterās or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and MS Teams.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Additional Information
Not available.
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 APPLICANTSā BANK ACCOUNTS.
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New York
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) globally. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions. The intern will report to the Physical Security Coordinator in the Office of the Chief, Security and Safety Service New York (SSS NY). This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic, and exciting service in an organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance security expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Simply, all humanity will be benefiting from your work. Together, we can make the world a better place. For more information on the Department, and how we make an impact on the world in enabling the achievement of SDGs, visit: https://www.un.org/undss/ This internship opportunity involves assisting with the installation of the physical security systems in the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Physical Security Coordinator (Architect), the intern will work in close collaboration with the senior management of SSS NY, ensuring timely support in conducting normative work of the team, which includes preparation of sketches, drawings, analysis and supporting ongoing construction projects. The duration of this internship is for a period of six (6) months, is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of the Physical Security Coordinator. This internship is designed to be conducted in person but can be adapted to accommodate hybrid arrangements (20 hours per week), on an exceptional basis. Within assigned authority, the intern is expected to undertake the following duties: ā¢ Assist in the digital archiving of construction project documents. ā¢ Assist with reviewing existing construction documents for projects. ā¢ Assist with research on the latest technology on physical security materials and systems. ā¢ Support the Physical Security Coordinator in archive management of project documents. ā¢ Assist in preparing sketches on AutoCAD or Revit.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelorās degree or equivalent). Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelorās degree or equivalent). Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Masterās or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelorās, Masterās or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and MS Teams.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Additional Information
Not available.
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 APPLICANTSā BANK ACCOUNTS.
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