The HCUND (www.hcund.org), a 68-year-old, volunteer-run non-profit [501(c)(3)] organization financed solely by private contributions, is the only such organization based inside the United Nations General Assembly building in New York. HCUND produces educational and cultural programs to help UN delegates and their families get to know New York, New Yorkers, and each other.
Organization Website: https://hcund.org/
Organization Address: United Nations
Contact Name: Hala Jabir
Contact Phone: (917) 683-5011
Contact Email: halajabir@yahoo.com
INTERNSHIP INFORMATION
Dates of Internship: Summer 2022 with possible extension through December
Industry: Fundraising/Event Management
Preferred Academic Level: No preference
Description of Internship: Intern would be interacting with diverse individuals and working alongside volunteers and staff and gain hands-on experience in event planning and arrangements for the Ambassadors’ Ball, the proceeds of which support HCUND’s educational and cultural programs. The work is largely administrative and would include working closely with the Ball chairs on event-related tasks including data entry for auction items and material for a Journal celebrating the work of HCUND and the UN. Additional office tasks as needed. Position is not paid. Applications should be sent to halajabir@yahoo.com or hcund@un.org, with “Intern Position, Attn: Hala Jabir” in Subject line and should include a resume outlining the applicant’s educational field, skills, and experience as well as a cover letter explaining why the applicant is interested in the position.
Desired Skills: MS Word and Excel. Ability to deal with wide range of personalities. Familiarity with databases a plus.
