About Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific

Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacificis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and international cooperation and sustainable development. Working with Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, you will contribute to meaningful projects that address global challenges and promote sustainable development. You will develop valuable professional skills while working in a multicultural, international environment alongside experienced professionals.

Key Details

• Job Title:Intern – Economic Affairs (Trade Policy)
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Bangkok (Remote work possible)
• Department:Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelors level or equivalent).
• Academic Qualifications: Candidate must be studying or have a degree in Economics preferred.
• Academic Qualifications: Work experience is optional to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.
• Language: Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset.
• Language: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat..
• Having a degree or studying PhD or postgraduate level in Economics or Laws

Skills

• Commit to spending six months in the internship programme (onsite or remote)
• Experience (through study, work, etc.) in international trade or development policies or Laws (trade-related or international laws)
• Experience in data management, data analysis and programming (e.g.excel, R, Python, web scraping, SQL)
• Experience in regulatory analysis or trade agreement analysis
• Having excellent drafting skills in English (academic style)
• Strong media and communication skills (e.g. Infographic, video, presentations, social media, copywriting, editing, formatting) .

Benefits

• BANK ACCOUNTS.