Artificial Technology Intern at United Nations Environment Programme

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities
Tasks will include: • supporting the drafting of CBIT Project Identification Forms (PIFs) and GEF-9 concept notes by applying AI-based analysis to identify country needs, gaps, and opportunities; • using natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML) to extract insights from national reports, climate data, and policy documents; • developing data visualizations and dashboards to support project design and monitoring; • researching the application of AI in climate transparency and mitigation, including case studies and emerging best practices; • contributing to the preparation of technical briefs, presentations, and knowledge products; • participating in brainstorming sessions to explore innovative uses of AI in national GHG inventory systems, MRV frameworks, and climate data platforms; • supporting the organization of virtual consultations, webinars, and workshops with stakeholders and experts; • and assisting with documentation and follow-up of project development milestones

Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in artificial intelligence, data science, computer science, environmental science, or a related field; (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant discipline with demonstrated experience or coursework in AI applications. – Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. 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. – Ability to create AI agents is desirable. – Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable. – Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams..