Application Development and Innovation Intern

UNICC; Comunidad Valenciana; On-site; EUR 6,700 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

UNICC invites motivated students to join its Talent Accelerator internship program in Valencia, supporting the Asian Development Bank. You will design, develop, and enhance applications using low-code/no-code platforms, integrate AI features, and help curate training paths for citizen developers within BIY.

You will collaborate across a multicultural team, prepare dashboards and documentation, and assist in testing, deployment, and training activities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• No prior professional work experience required for internship.
• Familiarity with low-code/no-code platforms like Power Apps and AppSheet.
• Understanding of AI concepts and how to integrate them into applications.
• Ability to prepare documentation and training materials under guidance.
• Strong communication and collaboration in a multicultural environment.
• Internship or project-based experience in app development, AI, or gamification may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in app development using low-code/no-code platforms and traditional programming under guidance.
• Explore and prototype AI-enabled features for applications.
• Support the BIY program by curating training paths and learning modules.
• Contribute to the design of gamification elements to improve engagement and adoption.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and documentation for application development initiatives.
• Participate in testing, debugging, and optimization of applications.
• Provide technical support during app deployment and training sessions.
• Assist in any other deliverables as required by their supervisor and team.

Skills

Low-code/no-code platforms

AI concepts

Problem solving

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Internship/Project experience

Education

Current university student in CS/IT/Business or related

Recent graduates (last 6 months) considered

Tools

Power Apps

AppSheet

Job description

UNICC is committed to achieving diversity and inclusion within its workforce, providing an environment that reflects the values enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. UNICC is dedicated to the SDGs, making SDG-5 (Gender Equality) and SDG-10 (Reduce Inequalities) the organization goals.

Background information:

UNICC provides the digital foundations that support the digital transformation and future of the UN system and other international organizations.

As a part of the UN family, UNICC upholds the same values that the UN embraces. As a service provider, it distinguishes itself through values that drive its sustained growth: trust, customer-focus, accountability, understanding cross-cultural differences, excellence, innovation, and teamwork. This combination has made UNICC the preferred provider of shared ICT services within the United Nations System.

UNICC is committed to delivering reliable ICT services driven by best practices. With its world-class technology and state-of-the-art infrastructure, together with the vast cross-domain experience of its very knowledgeable staff, UNICC is always ready to offer UN-friendly shared solutions to the United Nations System of Organizations.

Purpose of the Position

The incumbent be part of the Talent Accelerator program for the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Valencia Office. The role will contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of applications that leverage AI, low-code/no-code citizen development platforms, and gamification techniques. A key focus will be supporting the Build It Yourself (BIY) program, exploring curated training paths for citizen developers, and experimenting with gamified approaches to increase adoption and engagement.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

The incumbent(s) are expected to work 5 days per week, 7.5 hours per day under the supervision of a senior member of the Resilience Service Unit (DSSR) and in close collaboration with ADB, and will be provided guidance and support to perform the responsibilities mentioned below.

Duties and deliverables:

• Assist in app development using low-code/no-code platforms and traditional programming under guidance
• Explore and prototype AI-enabled features for applications
• Support the Build It Yourself (BIY) program by helping curate training paths and learning modules
• Contribute to the design of gamification elements to improve engagement and adoption
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and documentation for application development initiatives
• Participate in testing, debugging, and optimization of applications
• Provide technical support during app deployment and training sessions
• Assist in any other deliverables as required by their user unit supervisor and team as required from time to time

Note: Work schedule is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Valencia, Spain time, which is generally equivalent to 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM Manila time during Spain daylight saving time, and 3:00 PM to 12:00 midnight Manila time when Spain is on standard time, unless otherwise agreed with the supervisor or user unit

Recruitment Profile

Experience:

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience to participate in the UNICC’s internship program, but applicants should have the following functional and technical skills:

• Familiarity with low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Power Apps, AppSheet)
• Understanding of AI concepts and integration in applications
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to prepare documentation and training materials under guidance
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate in a multicultural environment
• Internship or project-based experience in app development, AI, or gamification may be considered

Required education:

• Be currently enrolled in a university programme (final year of a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or equivalent) specializing in areas that are relevant to UNICC’s line of business such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Architecture, or related fields.
• Applicants that have graduated in the last 6 months in one of the areas of expertise described above will also be considered

Required language skills:

Fluency in English is required (verbal and written)

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Other Information

Closing date for applications:

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Geneva Time) on 20 October 2026

Selection process:

The UNICC workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. UNICC seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity by ensuring equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, ethnicity, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.