Administrative Intern

About the role

We are looking for an Administrative Intern to join the UN‑Habitat Sub‑regional Office for Mexico, Cuba and Central America in Mexico City. The six‑month hybrid internship will support the daily operations of the office and provide exposure to the United Nations’ work on sustainable urban development.

Key responsibilities

• Provide general administrative assistance across all office functions based on operational needs.
• Support Human Resources with onboarding activities and review of documentation for affiliated personnel.
• File and track financial support documents, ensuring completeness of records.
• Assist in preparing procurement comparative charts, coordinate with vendors and monitor procurement processes.
• Manage office assets, coordinate maintenance and service requests, and provide logistical support for conferences and events.
• Assist with protocol‑related tasks, including coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Required profile

• Enrolled in a university program or recent graduate interested in administration and international development.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under supervision of the Administrative and Finance Officer.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hands‑on experience within a United Nations agency focused on sustainable cities.
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment and develop professional networks.
• Hybrid work arrangement combining office presence and remote tasks.