Consumer Information Internship

Paris or home-based

6 months

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP’s Industry and Economy Division works with international governments and non-governmental organizations, national and local governments, business and industry to develop and implement policies, strategies and practices that are cleaner and safer, incorporate environmental costs, use natural resources efficiently, reduce pollution and risks for humans and the environment, and enable the implementation of conventions and international agreements. The 10-Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production (10YFP) is a global commitment made by the 193 United Nations Member States to accelerate the shift to sustainable consumption and production globally. The 10YFP Secretariat hosts the One Planet network, a global community of practitioners, policymakers and experts, including governments, businesses, civil society, academia and international organisations. The Consumer Information Area of Excellence under the 10YFP Secretariat aims to accelerate the world’s transition towards more Sustainable Consumption and Production policies and practices by increasing the availability of reliable information to guide consumers’ decision-making. The objective is to support the behavioral change of producers and consumers towards long-term sustainability, in the light of the Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals, thus reducing pressure on the environment whilst fostering social and economic development. The 10YFP Secretariat is hiring five interns. The internship is for a six-month period, from July to December 2026 (3 interns) OR from January to June 2027 (2 interns). Exact dates are flexible depending on the candidate’s availability. The internship is unpaid and full-time (35 hours per week). The internship is ideally based at the UNEP office in Paris, however, it can also be fully remote. In this case, the interns will have to rely exclusively on their own personal IT equipment and means of connecting to the internet. The Consumer Information Area of Excellence is leading this recruitment. Under the direct supervision of the Associate Programme Management Officer, five interns will mainly support the coordination desk of the Consumer Information Programme and three main workstreams: 1. Strengthening product green claims in the retail industry, through the Retail4Impact initiative 2. Advancing the implementation of Digital Product Information Systems (DPIS), through the Digitalization for Circular Economy (D4CE) initiative 3. Ecolabels and certification schemes, through the EcoAdvance project and other ad hoc initiatives Specific tasks include, but are not limited to: • Supporting the implementation of projects and initiatives within the Consumer Information Area of Excellence, preparing documents and liaising with contacts from partner organizations. • Assisting with research and data collection on themes related to consumer information, ecolabelling, digital product passports, and product sustainability information. • Supporting day-to-day activities of the coordination desk of the Consumer Information Programme on Sustainable Consumption and Production (CI-SCP). • Supporting the successful organization and coordination of the programme’s events. • Supporting outreach activities to promote knowledge products, such as webinars and other events. • Assisting with communication efforts including support for presentations, articles, social media posts, and general awareness raising materials. • Supporting the development and regular updates of website content. • Supporting the development of the bimonthly consumer information newsletter. • Supporting the continuous mapping of relevant organizations aligned with the programme’s vision, identifying strategic entry points for engagement and keeping a dynamic database of priority stakeholders. • Supporting other tasks associated with the Consumer Information Area of Excellence, as needed and directed by the supervising staff member. In addition, the interns will support SDG 12.1 indicator progress reporting and contribute to implementing activities within the Skills & Lifestyle Area of Excellence, with a particular focus on the Sustainable Tourism programme and overall communications.

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements at the time of application: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent). Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage Preferred area of study: A degree programme in environmental studies, sustainable development, communications, media studies, international relations, journalism, information and knowledge management, or any related field. No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship. Good research skills and ability to compile data using standard software applications such as Excel. Interest in communications, with the ability to produce and design basic infographics, and proficiency in using PPT, Canva or other programmes (or a willingness to develop design skills). Ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, including a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language, including Spanish and/or Chinese, is desirable.

Your application for this internship must include: 1. A complete Personal History Profile and Cover Note, through the UN careers portal Inspira. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: - Why you are interested in this specific internship and what you would bring to the team. - Title and graduation date of your university degree. - Whether you are interested in the July or January internship. - If you would like to work remotely or based in Paris (please note the UN does not support the obtention of a visa). - Skills related to this internship, and which workstream(s) you are most interested in. 2. Proof of enrollment from current university (if not graduated). 3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated). Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a written assessment followed by a competency-based interview.

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.