Intern - Sustainable Development
Quick answer
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs is hiring an in-person intern in New York to support sustainable development research and operational policy activities for no financial remuneration.
- Role
- Intern - Sustainable Development
- Organization
- Department of Economic and Social Affairs
- Location
- New York
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-06
The role
The Department of Economic and Social Affairs is seeking an intern to support the Operational Activities Policy Branch in New York. The role involves conducting research on sustainable development, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, and assisting in the preparation of official reports and high-level panels. Interns will monitor intergovernmental meetings and provide summaries for senior UN officials. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to engage with the UN development system's operational activities.
What you'll do
- Conduct research on sustainable development and UN operational activities.
- Analyze data and create visualizations or infographics for official reports.
- Support the roll-out of surveys and preparation of official meeting summaries.
- Assist in the organization of high-level panels and ECOSOC seminars.
- Monitor intergovernmental meetings and provide draft summaries on short notice.
What it takes
- Currently enrolled in or completed a graduate degree or final year of a bachelor's degree.
- Excellent drafting skills in English with the ability to synthesize information quickly.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Field of study closely related to the internship area.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Professional development and experience within the United Nations system.
Frequently asked questions
Is this internship paid?
No, interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations and are responsible for their own travel, visa, and living expenses.
Where is the internship located?
The position is based in New York and is designed to be an in-person, full-time commitment.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline is 07/06.
What are the core qualifications needed?
Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a university degree, possess strong English drafting skills, and demonstrate proficiency in standard MS Office applications.
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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