CPO Intern
The International Peace Institute (IPI) is an independent organization working to strengthen inclusive multilateralism for sustainable peace and planet. Through its research, convening, and strategic advising, IPI provides innovative recommendations for the UN System, member states, regional organizations, the private sector, and civil society.
IPI is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, three months paid internship to start early September 2024 with the possibility of a three-months extension as part of IPI’s CPO Team.
This internship is situated in the Brian Urquhart Center for Peace Operations (CPO), which covers IPI’s work on the full spectrum of peace and security issues, including prevention, mediation, peace operations, peacebuilding and sustaining peace, preventing violent extremism, and UN reform.
The intern will report directly to CPO’s Research staff. The successful candidate will work with all members of the CPO team and will interact regularly with other IPI programs. The intern will gain knowledge and skills from on-the-job experience, with the CPO Team providing guidance and feedback to facilitate the learning process.
The selected candidate must be based in the New York area for the duration of the internship and will be expected to work in a hybrid in-office/from-home fashion during standard IPI working hours (9am-5pm EST).
Responsibilities
- Identify, analyze, and monitor political developments and trends in relation to peace and security and peacebuilding;
- Research and contribute to drafting analytical reports on issues related to international peace and security, including but not limited to peace operations, peacebuilding and sustaining peace, and mediation;
- Interact with a broad range of international and regional actors working on these topics at the multilateral level;
- Assist with the substantive and technical preparation of virtual meetings and seminars;
- Contribute analysis and technical assistance to IPI’s internet presence;
- Provide research support to the team as needed; and
- Perform various administrative tasks in support of CPO programming.
Qualifications
- Graduate-level coursework in international affairs, political science, or a related field, with an interest or focus on issues related to international peace and security;
- Knowledge of UN institutions and multilateral policy processes;
- Outstanding research, analytical, and English writing skills;
- Fluency in English; proficiency in an additional official UN language is an added value;
- Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment, with demonstrated sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender;
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills; and
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Compensation
The CPO internship is a full-time position (40 hours a week), paid at a rate of $16.00 per hour.
*Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States. Please note that IPI cannot sponsor work visas for internships. Applications that do not explicitly indicate authorization to work in the USA will not be considered.
To Apply
The closing date for applications is Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
To apply, please visit: Job Openings & Internships | International Peace Institute and upload the following documents in PDF format:
- Cover letter
- Current résumé /CV
- A short writing sample (no more than 2-3 pages) on a relevant subject; and
- Contact information for three professional references.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited to take the written assessment.
IPI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and internationally representative staff.