JOB OVERVIEW
Organization: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)
Position: Economic Affairs Intern
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Job Type: Internship (Full-time)
Compensation: Unpaid (interns must cover their own travel, visa, and accommodation costs)
Application Deadline: October 25, 2025
About UNECA
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is dedicated to promoting inclusive and sustainable development across the African continent. Guided by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Agenda 2063, ECA provides policy research, economic analysis, and capacity-building programs to support Africa’s transformation.
ECA’s mission focuses on delivering ideas and actions for an empowered and transformed Africa through the following strategic priorities:
- Strengthening Africa’s position as a global knowledge institution.
- Supporting economic diversification and job creation.
- Designing innovative financing models for infrastructure and social assets.
- Addressing regional and transboundary challenges related to peace, security, and inclusion.
- Advocating Africa’s voice in global policy and governance discussions.
This internship is based within the Technology, Innovation, Connectivity, and Infrastructure Development Division (TICID), which supports member states in achieving economic growth by improving business environments, promoting private sector investment, and advancing innovation in key sectors.
Position: Economic Affairs Intern
Qualifications and Requirements
To qualify for this internship, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, high school with a diploma.
- (b) Be enrolled in, or in the final academic year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent), Master’s, or Ph.D. program.
- (c) Have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. program.
Applicants must indicate which category applies to them and attach proof of enrollment or completion.
Official certificates will be required upon selection.
Experience
- No prior work experience is required.
- Training, education, or coursework should be relevant to the UN’s work and benefit the ECA’s mission.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong analytical, research, and communication skills.
- Interest in international development, economics, or public policy.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital collaboration tools.
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Important Notes for Applicants
- Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
- Costs related to travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution.
- Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Ethiopia may need to obtain appropriate visa and work authorization before starting.
- The UN does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment or training process.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply via the official UN Careers Portal by the stated deadline.
Job postings on the UN Careers Portal are automatically removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
Deadline: October 25, 2025
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