INTERN - ECONOMIC AFFAIRS, I
Assist in meetings, document drafting, and research on economic affairs.
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Overview
Assist in meetings, document drafting, and research on economic affairs.
You have:
- Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
- Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent).
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the Internship Programme.
- Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset.
- Interns are responsible for covering travel costs including visa, accommodation, health insurance, and living expenses.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
This internship is designed to be in-person and full-time (35 hours) but can be adjusted based on request by the successful candidate.
Expected duration
2-6 months
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 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. Candidates for the UN Internship Programme are required to cover the cost of travel including visa, accommodation, health insurance and other living expenses for the duration of the internship. Will you be able to cover all the above-mentioned expenses?
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 had to prepare notes during a meeting? | This question assesses your note-taking skills and ability to capture important information. | Share a specific instance, detailing the context, your approach, and the outcome. |
| What experience do you have with drafting official documents? | Interviewers want to understand your writing skills and experience level. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you conduct research on regional trends in economic affairs? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your understanding of sustainable development in an economic context. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when handling multiple responsibilities? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What languages do you speak, and how have you used your language skills in a professional setting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you have supported logistics in a project or event? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What attracts you to an internship with the United Nations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
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