Economic Affairs Intern
Quick answer
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs is hiring a remote Economic Affairs Intern to conduct research and quantitative data analysis in support of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Role
- Economic Affairs Intern
- Organization
- Department of Economic and Social Affairs
- Location
- New York, NY (Remote)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
- Apply by
- 2026-07-01
The role
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) is seeking an Economic Affairs Intern to support the Economic Analysis and Policy Division. The intern will conduct macroeconomic research, perform quantitative data analysis, and assist in the implementation of capacity-building projects related to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This role involves literature reviews, data visualization, and providing operational support for stakeholder meetings and presentations.
What you'll do
- Conduct background research and literature reviews on sustainable development.
- Perform quantitative data analysis and create visualizations for reports.
- Assist in the implementation and communication of capacity-building projects.
- Support stakeholder meetings and maintain internal databases.
- Draft inputs for policy outputs regarding macroeconomic trends.
What it takes
- Enrolled in or completed a graduate degree, or in the final year of a bachelor's program.
- Field of study closely related to economic or social development.
- Working knowledge of statistical software such as Stata, EViews, or R.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Professional experience within a UN department, exposure to global macroeconomic policy analysis, and mentorship from Economic Affairs Officers.
Frequently asked questions
Is this internship paid?
No, this is an unpaid internship position, and interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, and living arrangements.
What is the work modality for this role?
This position is designed to be fully remote, though work modalities can be adjusted based on the needs of the candidate.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must be enrolled in or have completed a university degree in a relevant field and possess working knowledge of statistical software like Stata, EViews, or R.
By when must I submit my application?
The application must be submitted by July 1st.
How to apply
Apply directly on Department of Economic and Social Affairs's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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