Economic Affairs Intern

About the role

The Economic Affairs Intern will join the Productive Capacities and Sustainable Development (PCSD) Branch of UNCTAD, contributing to technical assistance programmes that strengthen productive capacities in developing countries.

Key responsibilities

• Support the PCSD Branch in delivering technical assistance to developing countries, focusing on the Blue Economy, agricultural value chains and holistic productive‑capacity programmes.
• Collect, synthesize and summarise information for country‑based and global sectoral studies.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals and gap‑assessment reports for African, LDC and other target regions.
• Provide the department with copies of all materials produced during the internship and comply with UN internship regulations.

Required profile

• University student or recent graduate willing to work full‑time (40 hours/week) for three months.
• Valid visa for in‑person work in Geneva (if chosen) and ability to cover travel, accommodation and living costs.
• Reliable internet connection and a computer that meets UN security standards.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Familiarity with the Windows operating system and basic IT security best practices (firewall, password manager).

What we offer

• Training and mentorship from senior UNCTAD staff.
• Hands‑on experience in international economic development projects.
• Opportunity to contribute to UN‑wide research and policy work.