Internship – UNODC BMB Sri Lanka Office

About the role

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is seeking an intern to support its BMB Sri Lanka office. This unpaid position offers practical experience in project management, coordination, and administrative tasks within a multicultural UN environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support project management for meetings, workshops, and trainings conducted by the BMB Sri Lanka office.
• Assist in drafting and compiling written outputs such as briefing notes and background papers.
• Manage participant coordination for events organized by the office.
• Support liaison efforts with government, other UN agencies, and internal teams on maritime‑related matters.
• Provide general administrative and organizational support as needed.
• Carry out ad‑hoc tasks assigned by supervisors.

Required profile

• Enrolled in or have completed a graduate programme, or be in the final year of a bachelor’s degree.
• Field of study related to criminology, maritime studies, security studies, law, social science, development studies, international relations, or a related discipline.
• Computer literate in standard software applications.
• Demonstrated interest in UN work and commitment to its Charter ideals.
• Ability to interact respectfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.