3D Printing – Additive Printing Intern

Work Location

VALENCIA

Expected duration

6 MONTHS

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) provides critical Supply Chain, Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies services and Training to all peacekeeping and special political missions around the world as well as to other UN Offices, Agencies Funds and Programs.

This Internship is located in the Technologies Infrastructure Support Unit (TISU) of the Infrastructure and Operations Section (IOS) within the Service for Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies (SGITT) at the UNGSC in Valencia, Spain.

The Intern reports to and works under the supervision of the Chief of TISU.

The internship is for six (6) months. Two (2) posts are available. The internship is unpaid and full-time.

Our Interns work as full members of our team, pursue projects that are designed to make a significant difference in UNGSC, and have opportunities to learn about the United Nations overall. The Intern will be supporting the 3D Print as a Service (3DPaaS) project. The 3D Printing as a Service is an initiative aimed to simplify the procurement of specific spare parts in a Field Mission environment, by using additive printing methods. It streamlines the supply chain by minimizing procedural steps and empowering field missions to utilize on-demand, localized production solutions.

Tasks will include:

a) assist the team in designing 3D models using CAD/CAM software (e.g.: Autodesk Fusion 360, Shapr3D, Autodesk Meshmixer, Meshlab, etc.). b) assist in preparing models for printing using slicing software (e.g.: Ultimaker Cura, Chitubox), optimizing files for different technologies (FDM and SLA). c) support the 3D scanning process using scanning software (scanner-dependent). d) contribute to prototyping projects for education, research, or community use. e) maintain the 3D Printing-as-a-Service Website by updating content, performing basic troubleshooting, and supporting platform development. f) assist in planning 3D Technology Projects by developing project plans, timelines, and resource needs for initiatives such as product development, prototyping, and research support. g) help evaluate and improve 3D printing workflows by documenting best practices and recommending Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., automation, digital monitoring) for real-world applications. h) support Plastic Waste Recycling Initiatives by helping process plastic waste into usable 3D Printer filament, tracking materials, and assisting with sustainability outreach.

Finally, the Intern will actively engage in preparing subject-related workshops and events to promote 3D printing technologies.

Qualifications/special skills

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

(a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Be computer literate in standard software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint or similar. Be proficient in standard office automation (equipment, scanner, printer, etc.). Familiarity with slicing software (e.g.: Ultimaker Cura, Chitubox, etc.) is desirable. Ability with 3D modeling of simple shapes using 3D platforms for product design and manufacturing such as Autodesk Fusion 360 is desirable. Knowledge of 3D Printing Technology, FDM and SLA methods is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

Knowledge of Spanish is desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.

Intern Specific text

Interns 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 Fee

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.