How can I work in the United Nations?

1, high education is the basic condition, and language is the sharp weapon. Besides English, knowing French or Spanish can also increase competitiveness.

2, excellent academic performance, beautiful transcripts and resumes are plus points.

3. If your tutor or friend works in the United Nations, asking him/her to be an introducer will have unexpected effects.

4. Be clear about your career goals and professional knowledge, integrate into the applied UN position to the greatest extent, and be enthusiastic about your career goals.

5. Pay more attention to the websites and social media of UN agencies, regularly check the recruitment information of volunteers, and seize the opportunities around you.

6. Read the Charter of the United Nations in advance and have a certain understanding of the basic rights, responsibilities and requirements of United Nations staff and organizations.

7. In addition to this major, pay more attention to current events and cultivate sensitivity to the international situation.

There is more than one "single-plank bridge" to join the United Nations.

In addition to the difficult YPP exam, you may wish to refer to the following two methods. Although I can't get the official status and treatment of international staff, I can participate in relevant UN projects and accumulate work experience, which is also a wonderful experience in my life.

1. Associate Expert Program: There are 23 sponsors participating in this program, and China is one of them. The applicant is not over 32 years old, has a master's degree and at least two years relevant work experience, and is proficient in English or French.

2. Internship Programme: The United Nations provides internship opportunities for graduate students at its headquarters in new york and other major United Nations duty stations. It should be noted that the transportation, accommodation, medical insurance and living expenses during the internship are all solved by me. In other words, this is a real unpaid internship.

The above contents refer to Southern Network-How can I work in the United Nations? What positions are there in the United Nations?