Intern, Chinese Translation Section
Job Description
Join our team as a Chinese Translation Intern at the United Nations in Vienna! This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to immerse themselves in a professional environment while enhancing their translation skills. 🌏 You’ll work closely with experienced translators in the Chinese Translation Section, learning about document translation and desktop publishing. The internship spans 2-6 months and requires a full-time commitment (40 hours a week). To qualify, you should be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program or be close to completing your undergraduate degree, ideally in Translation. Fluency in Chinese and English is essential. Please remember, this is an unpaid position, so be prepared for expenses related to travel and accommodations. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the UN’s mission! 🚀 A completed online application (Motivation Statement, Candidate Profile, as well as proof of enrolment and/or graduation) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Motivation Statement must include: • Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?) • Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?) • List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in. • List your top three areas of interest. • Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. • Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme in general and this assignment in particular. In your online Candidate Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Do not forget to attach your proof of enrolment or graduation. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Applicants who are children or siblings of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the United Nations. 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.
