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Political Affairs Intern

Office for Disarmament Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

The United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) seeks a Political Affairs Intern to work in the Science, Technology and International Security Unit in New York for a period of 3-6 months starting July 2026. The intern will support work on scientific and technological issues related to international peace and security, including artificial intelligence, autonomous weapons, cybersecurity, and uncrewed aerial vehicles. Responsibilities include drafting official documents, monitoring technology trends, conducting research, and assisting during conferences and intergovernmental meetings. The internship is unpaid, full-time, and in-person, though part-time, remote, or hybrid arrangements may be considered. The role requires a strong academic background in relevant fields such as international relations, political science, or science and technology policy.