The UNECA internship is for three (3) months with an opportunity for extension, depending on the needs of the Director. The internship is UNPAID and full-time.
The intern will work for five days per week under the supervision of the Director.
About Economic Commission for Africa (UN ECA)
Aim and Benefits of UNECA Internship
The internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Requirements for UNECA Internship Qualification
To qualify for consideration for an internship by the United Nations Headquarters Internship Program, the following conditions must be met:
- Applications must meet one of the following educational requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation;
- Be computer literate in standard software applications.
- Have a demonstrated and keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
- Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes a willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Application Deadline
August 23, 2023
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Economic Commission for Africa (UN ECA) on inspira.un.org to apply.
A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
For more details, visit UN Careers website.
