Digital Tech & Human Rights Intern - New York

Organizational Context

The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in New York seeks an intern to support the Digital Tech and Human Rights Section. This role contributes to OHCHR's mission of protecting human rights globally by assisting in research, analysis, and documentation related to digital technology and human rights issues.

Job Purpose

This internship provides an opportunity to support the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in its critical work on digital technology and human rights. The intern will contribute to the section's mission by conducting research and analysis on thematic and regional issues, drafting reports and background materials, and assisting in the preparation and servicing of meetings, seminars, and workshops. This role is designed to offer practical experience in human rights advocacy and research within a UN context, helping to empower individuals and assist stakeholders in upholding human rights in the digital age.

Responsibilities

The intern will conduct research and analysis on various thematic and regional issues concerning digital technology and human rights. Key duties include drafting and summarizing reports, background materials, and other relevant documents. The intern will also assist in preparing for and servicing meetings, seminars, and workshops, which may involve preparing documentation and drafting notes or reports. Additionally, the intern will perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor, contributing to the overall objectives of the Digital Tech and Human Rights Section.

Work Experience

No professional work experience is required for this internship program. However, prior knowledge or experience in human rights, particularly in digital technology rights, is considered desirable and would benefit the intern's contribution.

Skills

Research and analysis, report drafting and summarization, meeting preparation and servicing, knowledge of human rights, knowledge of digital technology rights (desirable), English fluency (required), French or other UN language proficiency (desirable).

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