INTERN - ECONOMIC AFFAIRS, I

Support analysis and drafting for Economic Affairs internships

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Application deadline 1 year ago: Monday 14 Apr 2025 at 03:59 UTC

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Overview

Support analysis and drafting for Economic Affairs internships

You have:

  • Must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme, or be in the final academic year of a first university degree programme.
  • Fluency in spoken and written English is required; knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
  • No prior work experience required.

Contract

This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.

Work Location

UN

Expected duration

6 mos

Duties and Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:-Attend (in-person) and take notes of intergovernmental and UN inter-agency meetings; (e.g. meetings of the General Assembly Committees and of the Economic and Social Council);-Draft official documents (e.g. background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.) and weekly reports to be disseminated to the Regional Commissions;-Conduct analysis and research of regional trends and regional dimensions of sustainable development;-Logistical assistance during conferences/meetings of the Regional Commissions;-Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications/special skills

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:-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). No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the Internship Programme. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

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

Can you describe a time when you conducted research to solve a problem? This question assesses your analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to the internship. Provide a specific example that highlights your research approach and your ability to analyze information effectively.
How would you handle taking notes during a fast-paced meeting? Interviewers want to determine your organizational and attentive skills needed for note-taking in meetings. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: careers.un.org