Project Management Intern (Capacity Building)

United Nations Office for Project Services

Location:
Copenhagen, Denmark
Grade:
Internship
Category:
General Staff
Posted Oct 15, 2026Apply by Oct 29, 2026 (7d left)
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The Project Management Intern (Capacity Building) supports the planning, coordination, and execution of ICAT's capacity building and training initiatives to assist developing countries in climate action transparency. The role includes assisting with research, outreach, and supporting wider Secretariat activities under the guidance of the Technical Advisor.

Responsibilities

  • Support the planning and coordination of capacity building activities, particularly training.
  • Assist in the logistics and administration tasks for online and in-person training events, including communication with participants.
  • Assist in the review of training content and development of facilitation plans, including liaising with training partners, subject matter experts and service providers.
  • Assist in the organization of presentations and other communication material.
  • Support the coordination of activities under the ICAT toolbox, including following up with relevant partners and institutions, arranging meetings and taking meeting notes.
  • Assist in the maintenance of tools including issue resolution, liaising between country focal points and IT personnel.
  • Support the organization and delivery of outreach events and activities such as webinars including assisting in the preparation of outreach and communication material.
  • Assist with background research on topics related to the work of ICAT and the countries it supports.
  • Perform other duties as required based on ICAT Secretariat’s needs.

Requirements

  • The applicant should have completed a Minimum First level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent), or be enrolled in a postgraduate program or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to the start date of the intern assignment.
  • Area of study should preferably be in climate change, development studies and/or environmental management.
  • While no prior work experience is required, some experience in or volunteering in any of the following areas or related fields would be an asset: Climate change, Capacity Building, Research.
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in Denmark e.g. have the legal right to live and work in the country either as a citizen of the country or as the holder of a valid residence permit, at the time of submitting the application.
  • Fluent English is required.
  • Fluent Spanish is desirable.
  • Fluent French is desirable.

Skills

  • Project Coordination
  • Capacity Building
  • Climate Change Knowledge
  • Research
  • Training and Support
  • Outreach Activities
  • Climate Action Transparency
  • Environmental Management
  • Development Studies
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Languages

English, Spanish, French