INTERN – STRATEGIC PLANNING

LocationNEW YORK

SetupHybrid

LevelEntry

Posted1w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs is offering an unpaid, full-time internship in Strategic Planning in New York, with a flexible work schedule and a desired start date of November 2, 2026.

Role: INTERN – STRATEGIC PLANNING
Organization: United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs
Location: NEW YORK
Work setup: Hybrid
Level: Entry
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The internship is for a minimum of two months with an opportunity for extension to a maximum of six months. The internship is unpaid and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in SPCS to which they are assigned.

What you'll do

Tracking, researching and analyzing information on assigned topics
Support the preparation of senior-level management meetings, conferences and retreats
Support the preparation of background notes, summary briefs, and option papers
Support the tracking and analysis of decisions or tasks and their implementation
Assist in the preparation of speeches and talking points
Help monitor, identify and analyze global trends on sustainable development

What it takes

Enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher)
Enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent)
Interest in international affairs, gender equality, sustainable development
Attention to detail and a passion for leadership support
Strategy / management consulting, policy work or executive support
Analytics, performance optimization and data visualization

What you'll bring

International affairsGender equalitySustainable developmentAttention to detailStrategy / management consultingPresentation design skills

Frequently asked questions

Where is the internship located?

The internship is based in New York, with a flexible work schedule that may include in-person, remote, or hybrid options.

What is the compensation for this internship?

The internship is unpaid.

What are the key qualifications required?

Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate or first university degree, and have interests in international affairs, gender equality, sustainable development, and strategy/management consulting.

How do I apply for this internship?

Applicants should submit an online application, including a motivational statement, personal history profile, and proof of enrollment or graduation. The application deadline is October 22, 2026.

How to apply

Apply directly on United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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