INT 007/2026 Human Resources Intern (Open to Fresh Graduates)

The Resources Management – Human Resources Unit (RM-HR) provides human resources assistance to all national staff members within the Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC), Philippines. These services include but are not limited to recruitment and selection of staff and non-staff, contracts management, personnel action preparation, benefits and entitlements processing, attendance and timekeeping, performance management, staff development, and HR policy implementation in coordination with the Human Resources Management in Geneva, Switzerland.

The intern will provide general HR and admin assistance to RM- HR unit. He or she will leverage the digitalization of HR processes, manage the HR e-filing system and ensure accuracy of HR records. Specifically, the successful candidate will assist with the following functions:

• Assist in sending various HR correspondences to staff, routing documents for signature and maintaining trackers, in coordination with the HR Associates

• Assist with the management of HR ticketing tool, reports preparation and presentations

• Maintain and update staff member’s record in various HR platform including data management through scanning, labelling and e-filing of documents.

• Support with the HR organized events and activities through coordination with various units and preparations of materials and supplies. 

• Perform other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor., as deemed necessary. 

• Perform other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Upon completion, the intern will be able to:

• Hands-on work experience in the field of human resources
• Exposure to a diverse and multi-cultural environment
• Familiarity with the different HR platforms and technology 

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education.

• Completed a university degree in BS Psychology, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution

• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

• HR Diploma or Certification, an advantage.

   

   

Experience

• Familiarity with document handling, data entry, or basic personnel records management

• Prior internship or volunteer experience in an administrative, or HR setting (preferred but not required).

• Work experience in international/multi-cultural and/or UN system, an advantage.

   

   

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• High level of computer literacy usage of office MS Office applications (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio etc.)

• Exposure to administrative tools such as Oracle, an advantage.

   

   

Languages

For this internship, Fluency in English, both written and oral.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

   

   

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Depending on experience and location, interns are granted a small monthly stipend to help offset costs. Interns benefiting from an internship allowance or scholarship granted by their university or other sponsoring body that includes financial remuneration or credits for coursework will not be eligible for the stipend.

IOM covers Interns against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the internship. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Interns are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies