Internship in the International Bureau's Legal Affairs Department

Work LocationBern Expected durationDuration: 6 months Start date: As soon as possible Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Universal Postal Union (UPU), an intergovernmental organization and specialized agency of the United Nations, is the main forum for cooperation between postal sector players responsible for regulating the international postal service. It comprises 192 member countries and is headquartered in Berne, Switzerland. Its primary objective is to promote a quality and accessible postal service throughout the world, and its fundamental mission is to develop social, cultural and commercial communication between the peoples of the planet. Qualifications/special skills- Law student attached to a university or institution of a similar nature and whose course of study is in progress or about to be completed, or law graduate (graduated a maximum of six months prior to the date of appointment). - Good knowledge of public international law, the law of international organizations and/or arbitration law. - Minimum age: 20 years. LanguagesExcellent oral and written command of French or English, and good oral and written command of the other language. Additional Information** Please ensure that you submit a cover letter with your application ** In line with UPU rules, this traineeship is reserved EXCLUSIVELY for STUDENTS. Any other candidate profile will not be considered. Recent graduates in the areas described above are also invited to apply. They must have graduated within six months of the date of this announcement. The traineeship will be remunerated in accordance with current UPU Human Resources rules. Intern Specific textInterns 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. No FeeTHE 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.