United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) · 4 days ago
Legal Intern - Corporate and Institutional Law Team
New York, United States
Internship
Onsite
InternThe United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's lead agency on international development, working in 170 countries to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. They are seeking a Legal Intern to support the Corporate and Institutional Law Team in handling legal matters related to contracts, disputes, and policy review.
International Trade & Development
Responsibilities
Review of documents, including standard and non-standard legal instruments and contracts in relation to arrangements with vendors, contractors, consultants, donors and other entities, entered into further to UNDP’s operations and activities
Support in the review of disputes and claims
Conduct legal research on complex issues and drafting legal documents and communications
Support training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to promote awareness of UNDP’s legal framework among internal stakeholders, including with respect to legal templates
Provide general support to the C&I Team on ongoing matters, knowledge management and team operations
Qualification
Required
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: a) enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor's degree or equivalent) in law; b) enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master's programme, or higher) in law or a related subject; c) enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program in law or a related subject, and undertake the internship as part of this program; d) have recently graduated with a university degree (a master's or bachelor's degree or equivalent) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation
Previous experience working in a legal context is an asset
Knowledge of the organization of the UN system, and specifically UNDP, is an asset
Fluency in written and spoken English is required
Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage
Benefits
The intern must provide proof of health insurance coverage for the duration of the internship.
Company
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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