GlobalABC Intern - ICBC and Hubs & Action Groups

UN Secretariat; Paris; On-site; EUR 8,900 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) hosts the Secretariat of the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC) in Paris. This internship supports coordination, events, and policy development within the Buildings and Cooling Unit.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Master's degree in relevant fields, with fluent English, and a keen interest in sustainable buildings and climate action within a UN context.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a graduate program (second degree or higher) or in final year; or have graduated within one year of the internship start date.
• Master's degree (completed or ongoing) in environmental policy, political science, international development, economics or related field preferred.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement activities to promote sustainable buildings and construction through GlobalABC.
• Assist with preparation of online events, webinars, and major GlobalABC gatherings (including COP32).
• Support coordination of GlobalABC Hubs and Action Groups and ICBC activities.
• Aid in member outreach, maintain databases, and develop communications materials such as presentations, articles, and website content.
• Prepare meeting notes and assist team members with various unit activities.

Skills

Event coordination

Communication materials development

Database management

Meeting note preparation

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree preferred in environmental policy / related field

Ongoing or completed Bachelor's with graduate studies

Tools

Presentations (PowerPoint)

Newsletter creation

Job description

Organizational context: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) hosts the Secretariat of the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC). GlobalABC is a leading platform for governments, private sector, civil society, and research institutions committed to a zero-emission, efficient, and resilient buildings and construction sector. The Secretariat is part of UNEP's Buildings and Cooling Unit, Climate Change Division, based in Paris, France.

Job purpose: This internship within UNEP's Buildings and Cooling Unit aims to support the GlobalABC Secretariat in its mission to advance a sustainable buildings and construction sector. The role contributes to UNEP's mandate as the leading global environmental authority by promoting market transformation and catalyzing action towards zero-emission, efficient, and resilient built environments. The intern will assist in coordinating activities, supporting high-level events, and facilitating progress tracking and policy development. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in international environmental policy, sustainable development, and climate action within a key UN agency.

Responsibilities: The intern will support the Buildings and Construction team in coordinating and implementing activities to promote sustainable buildings and construction, particularly through the GlobalABC. Key duties include assisting with the preparation of online events, webinars, and major GlobalABC gatherings, including activities at COP32. The role involves supporting the coordination of GlobalABC Hubs and Action Groups, as well as activities related to the Intergovernmental Council for Buildings and Climate (ICBC). Additionally, the intern will aid in member outreach, maintaining databases, and developing communication materials such as presentations, articles, and website content. Preparing meeting notes and assisting other team members with various unit activities are also expected.

Education: Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program (second university degree or higher), in the final year of a university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level), or have graduated within one year of the internship start date. A Master's degree (completed or ongoing) in environmental policy, political science, international development, economics, or a related field with a specialization in sustainable buildings, resource efficiency, climate change, or similar is preferred. Fluency in English is required.

Work experience: Professional work experience is not required for this internship program. However, applicants must have a field of study closely related to the internship's focus. A Master's degree (completed or ongoing) with a specialization in sustainable buildings and construction, resource efficiency, circularity, or climate change is preferred.

Skills: Event preparation and coordination (online events, webinars, major assemblies), communication material development (presentations, articles, newsletters, website content), member outreach and database management, meeting note preparation, proactive task performance, and teamwork.

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