Support in IT Network Maintenance and Upgrade Works (Internship, I-1)
Economic Commission for Africa – ICT Services Section (ICTSS), Publications, Conference & Knowledge Management Division
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Duration: 6 months | Deadline: 12 November 2025 | In-person
Overview:
The intern will assist the Network & Communications team in IT network maintenance, upgrades, and related tasks. Responsibilities include supporting LAN/WAN and Wi-Fi upgrades, troubleshooting connectivity issues, performing routine network maintenance, and contributing to documentation and IT projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support configuration automation and network management solutions.
- Assist with LAN/WLAN deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Monitor and maintain network performance; perform software updates.
- Support network expansion and Internet connectivity tasks.
- Assist with documentation, inventory management, and other IT projects as needed.
Qualifications:
- Final-year student or graduate of Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programme in a relevant field.
- Good knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
- Ability to draft news or social media content and design surveys is a plus.
- Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Additional Information:
- This is an unpaid internship. Travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or sponsoring institution.
- Non-residents may require a visa or work authorization.
- The UN does not charge any fee during the recruitment process.
How to Apply:
Submit your application via the UN Careers portal using Job Opening ID: 265627 and include proof of your student status or degree.
Deadline: 12 November 2025