At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed this IT Governance and Workspace Internship at UNICC in Valencia, Spain. It is a temporary 6-month internship supporting the setup of the workspace for the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Valencia Office/IDRC, open to final-year bachelor's and master's students and to graduates of the last 6 months, with an annual salary estimation of EUR 800 listed in the vacancy.
About UNICC
UNICC provides the digital foundations that support the digital transformation and future of the UN system and other international organizations. As part of the UN family, it upholds the same values the UN embraces and distinguishes itself through trust, customer-focus, accountability, understanding cross-cultural differences, excellence, innovation and teamwork.
UNICC describes itself as the preferred provider of shared ICT services within the United Nations System, delivering reliable ICT services driven by best practices, with world-class technology, state-of-the-art infrastructure and a knowledgeable staff ready to offer UN-friendly shared solutions.
Position Details
🔖 Vacancy Notice Number: ICC/26/VAL/i02.
💼 Position Type: Temporary, 6 months, 1 position.
🎖️ Grade: Internship.
📍 Duty Station: Valencia, Spain.
💶 Annual Salary Estimation: EUR 800, as written in the vacancy.
Purpose of the Position
The intern contributes to the creation and organization of the workspace for the ADB Valencia Office/IDRC, supporting the Field Administrative Officer in implementing ADB processes. The intern assists in coordinating operational requirements, preparing governance materials and ensuring compliance with established standards under the guidance of senior staff.
Duties and Deliverables
🏗️ Assist in setting up the workspace for the ADB Valencia Office/IDRC, including coordination of space requirements, resources and administrative materials.
📝 Support the FAO in implementing ADB processes within the IDRC by preparing documentation, templates and governance materials.
🤝 Contribute to cross-functional coordination by assisting in meetings, preparing periodic status reports and maintaining dashboards.
📊 Assist in resource and budget monitoring by tracking divisional resources, supporting procurement activities and monitoring contracts and payment milestones.
🧑💼 Provide operational and administrative support by organizing workforce and service management data, assisting with staff onboarding and coordinating divisional activities such as workshops or team meetings.
➕ Assist in any other deliverables required by the user unit supervisor and team from time to time.
Working Schedule and Reporting
📆 The incumbent is expected to work 5 days per week, 7.5 hours per day.
👥 Work is supervised by a senior member of the Resilience Service Unit (DSSR), in close collaboration with ADB, with guidance and support provided for the responsibilities above.
🕗 The work schedule is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Valencia, Spain time, unless otherwise agreed with the supervisor or user unit.
🌏 The vacancy notes this is generally equivalent to 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM Manila time during Spain daylight saving time, and 3:00 PM to 12:00 midnight Manila time when Spain is on standard time.
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Skills UNICC Looks For
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience to join the UNICC internship program, but should bring the following functional and technical skills:
🧠 Basic knowledge of IT governance frameworks, resource management and organizational processes.
📈 Familiarity with monitoring tools for tracking budgets, capacity and divisional performance.
🧾 Understanding of procurement processes, contract monitoring and compliance standards.
🗂️ Ability to prepare reports, dashboards and documentation under guidance.
🔍 Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
💬 Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a matrixed environment.
⭐ Previous engagements in IT governance, workspace planning, IT operations or related areas may be considered.
Education and Language Requirements
🎓 Be currently enrolled in a university programme (final year of a bachelor's degree, master's degree or equivalent) in an area relevant to UNICC's line of business, such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Architecture or related fields.
🆕 Applicants who graduated in the last 6 months in one of these areas are also considered.
🗣️ Fluency in English, verbal and written, is required.
Diversity and Inclusion at UNICC
UNICC states that it is committed to achieving diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages all qualified applicants to apply, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds. The organization is dedicated to the SDGs, with SDG-5 (Gender Equality) and SDG-10 (Reduce Inequalities) as its organization goals.
Selection Process
UNICC's workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions, and the organization seeks to sustain this diversity by ensuring equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, ethnicity, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. Applicants are contacted directly if selected for an interview.
For a wider view of how paid and funded placements abroad work, the guide to paid internships abroad explains what to expect from allowances and costs.
How to Apply
Apply through the UNICC official webpage before the deadline. You fill in the required form and attach a motivation letter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the UNICC internship in Valencia?
It is a temporary position of 6 months. The intern works 5 days per week, 7.5 hours per day.
Is the UNICC internship paid?
The vacancy lists an annual salary estimation of EUR 800 under the Internship grade. Check the vacancy page for the exact terms before applying.
Who can apply for the IT Governance and Workspace Internship?
You need to be enrolled in the final year of a bachelor's degree, a master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or Architecture, or to have graduated in the last 6 months. Fluency in English is required. UNICC encourages qualified applicants irrespective of nationality.
Do I need work experience?
No. Applicants are not required to have professional work experience, although previous engagements in IT governance, workspace planning or IT operations may be considered.
What will the intern work on?
The intern helps set up the workspace for the ADB Valencia Office/IDRC, prepares governance documentation and templates, supports meetings and status reports, tracks budgets, procurement and contracts, and supports onboarding and team activities.
What is the working schedule?
The schedule is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Valencia, Spain time, 5 days per week, unless otherwise agreed with the supervisor or user unit.
Deadline
⏳ 20 November 2026 (midnight, Geneva time)
Link
Browse all internship opportunities on Youth Works Hub.
🔗 Apply: https://www.unicc.org/working-with-icc/it-governance-and-workspace-intern/
