The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the UN’s lead agency on international development, is offering an internship opportunity within its Administrative Law Team in New York. Operating across more than 170 countries and territories, UNDP supports countries in eradicating poverty, reducing inequality, and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Its work focuses on three key areas: Sustainable development Democratic governance and peacebuilding Climate and disaster resilience This internship is hosted within the Office of Legal Services (OLS) under the Bureau for Management Services (BMS). OLS serves as UNDP’s in-house counsel, providing legal guidance and support across the organization’s global operations. It comprises three specialized teams: Corporate and Institutional Team Programmes and Projects Team Administrative Law Team The Administrative Law Team advises senior management at headquarters, country offices, and affiliated UN entities on legal matters related to staff administration and UN Volunteers. Its key responsibilities include: Reviewing and advising on the formulation of internal policies and procedures Analyzing investigation reports and identifying legal or factual issues in disciplinary processes Recommending actions in cases of alleged misconduct Handling appeals against administrative decisions Representing UNDP in litigation before the internal UN justice system Internship Responsibilities Under the guidance of a Senior Legal Advisor, the Legal Intern will support the Administrative Law Team by performing the following duties: Conduct in-depth legal research on topics related to UN Staff Regulations and Rules, and jurisprudence of United Nations Administrative Tribunals Analyze investigation reports and identify critical legal or factual issues Provide legal analysis for cases, disputes, and internal inquiries Draft legal documents, including formal correspondence, administrative decisions, and tribunal submissions Assist with matters concerning privileges and immunities Contribute to the review of legal issues arising in policies and procedures Offer general support to the office as needed Competencies and Skills UNDP emphasizes both core and cross-functional competencies. The Legal Intern should demonstrate: Core Competencies: Achieve Results: Plans and monitors own work, delivers high-quality output within deadlines Think Innovatively: Open to creative solutions, pragmatic problem solver Learn Continuously: Curious, open-minded, willing to seek feedback Adapt with Agility: Flexible in handling change and uncertainty Act with Determination: Motivated, resilient under pressure Engage and Partner: Builds positive relationships and demonstrates compassion Enable Diversity and Inclusion: Appreciates differences, confronts discrimination Technical and Legal Competencies: Business Development & Knowledge Generation: Ability to turn research into actionable insights Communication: Clear, concise, and audience-appropriate verbal and written communication Legal Framework Knowledge: Understanding of UN and UNDP structure, internal regulations, and international treaties Legal Writing: Draft memoranda, briefs, and internal recommendations effectively Legal Research: Identify and retrieve relevant legal information for decision-making Education and Experience Requirements Applicants must meet one of the following: Enrolled in a postgraduate law program or related subject Final-year undergraduate law student or equivalent Participating in a postgraduate professional legal traineeship Recently graduated (within one year) from a law degree or related field Preferred Experience: Previous work or research experience in a legal context Familiarity with UNDP or broader UN system operations Language Requirements: Fluency in English (required) Working knowledge of French or Spanish (advantageous) Internship Terms Duration: 3 months, full-time Stipend: Monthly, dependent on duty station, prorated for part-time schedules Health insurance: Proof of valid coverage required Other expenses: Travel, accommodation, and related costs borne by intern or sponsoring institution UNDP Values and Equal Opportunity Recruitment decisions based on merit and suitability Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion Zero tolerance for harassment, exploitation, abuse of authority, and discrimination Selected candidates undergo relevant background and compliance checks UNDP may select multiple candidates or retain applications for similar roles This internship provides hands-on experience in international administrative law within a global development context, offering valuable exposure to UN legal frameworks, policies, and procedures while contributing to UNDP’s mission. 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