yep! project
visit the temporary YEP! website on the projects, activities and undertakings of UN interns.
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about.internship
Why would one want to do an Internship at the UN agencies in Nairobi?
There are many answers to this question. One may choose to be in an intern with an organization that is active in his/her field of interest. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) offer a wide range of opportunities to gain experience while working on a number of thematical issues.In addition, you might be interested in learning how International Organizations work, both internally as well as with respect to the links they have to other agencies on the international, national or even local level. If you are interested in administration for example, your agency of choice would be the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON).There is a lot to learn, and what you come away with depends to a great extent on your involvement with people as well as your networking.Of course your Internship is the main reason for coming to Nairobi. There is though more to internship than just doing the work involved. You will meet a lot of different people from all walks of life (the complex has over 3,000 staff) and you will also meet the cultures that these individuals represent. Inasmuch as the people may be different from you, you will definitely find some who you will have something in common with. agencies or the numerous NGOs located here.Kenya ia a beautiful country and if you are coming from elsewhere in the world, you will have a wide range of activities to choose from on how to spend your free time.You might decide to explore the East-african metropolis Nairobi or experience the beautiful countryside and the rich cultural heritage. This site is meant to introduce these opportunities to you with a view of making your stay in Nairobi unforgettable.
further.information
For information about the Internship Programme for UN-HABITAT, UNEP and UNON, please visit this site.