Economic Affairs/Data Analytics Intern
Assist with research and data analysis in economic affairs.
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Overview
Assist with research and data analysis in economic affairs.
You have:
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
- Field of study that is closely related to the type of internship.
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is desirable.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
New York
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
A. Research & Analytical Support (Clusters 1, 3 & 4) • Conduct desk research, literature reviews, and synthesize findings into: o Analytical summaries o Background notes o Annotated bibliographies o Draft report inputs (tables, figures, narrative sections) • Contribute analytical content for: o The 2026 Flagship Report o Policy briefs and fact sheets o Presentations and talking points B. Data Collection & Analysis (Clusters 1, 3 & 4) • Gather, clean, and organize data on: o Financing for development o STEM, IP, STI and strategic asset indicators • Conduct basic statistical analysis and identify trends. • Prepare charts, graphs, and data visualizations to support analytical work. C. Support to the Flagship Report (Cluster 1) • Assist in drafting background materials, data annexes, and consolidated research inputs. • Conduct consistency checks (data, terminology, references). • Track contributions, comments, and revisions during internal review processes. D. Support to the 2026 STI - Strategic Asset Management Webinar (Clusters 3 & 4) • Assist with: o Background materials and speaker notes o Coordination with speakers and participants o Logistical and documentation support • Prepare short follow-up summaries post-event. E. Preparation of Policy and Communication Outputs (Clusters 1, 3 & 4) • Draft inputs for: o Policy briefs o Briefing notes o Talking points o Presentations and meeting documentation
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Preferably in economics, finance, management, Statistics, Data Analytics, International relations; Political Economy Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency English is required; knowledge of French is desirable. knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Additional Information
Not available.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you conducted desk research. What approach did you take? | This question assesses your research skills and approach to synthesizing information. | Provide a specific example of a research project, outlining your methods and findings. |
| How do you ensure accuracy when analyzing data sets? | This question evaluates your attention to detail and analytical skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you've communicated complex information clearly? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to visualize data effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Discuss a situation where you contributed to a collaborative project. What role did you play? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you understand about the importance of gender equality in data analytics? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain how you would draft policy briefs based on your research findings. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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