The UNECA internship may be extended for an additional three (3) months depending on the needs of the Director. The internship is full-time and UNPAID. The intern will work five days a week under the Director’s direction.
Eligibility Requirements
The following requirements must be satisfied in order to be eligible for consideration for an internship with the United Nations Headquarters Internship Program:
- Applications must meet one of the following educational requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (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.
Benefits of UNECA Internship
The internship is UNPAID and full-time.
How to Apply
Go to Economic Commission for Africa (UN ECA) on inspira.un.org to apply