“My responsibilities included supporting the analytical and substantive preparations for the General Assembly\u2019s Second Committee, ECOSOC, and the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF).”<\/p>\n
\u201cI conducted research, facilitated intergovernmental negotiations, managed event logistics, and updated official websites. The collaborative and dynamic environment enriched my understanding of sustainable development and international diplomacy.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThis internship has prepared me for future challenges and underscored the valuable education I received.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Anser Khan, an Environmental Science and Policy<\/a> student, spent the summer working at the United Nations<\/a>.<\/p>\n