Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is a prominent intergovernmental platform established to promote cooperation among its 52 member States and 9 associate members. ESCAP is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations, focusing on sustainable development challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. The organization meets annually at the ministerial level to discuss significant issues related to inclusive and sustainable economic and social development, and it supports national development objectives through technical assistance and capacity-building services. ESCAP's mission is to generate action-oriented knowledge and provide support to partners at the national level, linking its efforts with global and regional frameworks and agreements.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position is located in the Office of the Executive Secretary, specifically within the team of the Secretary of the Commission. Interns will work under the supervision of the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of the Commission. This is an unpaid, full-time internship lasting between 3 to 6 months, with a commitment of five days per week (37.5 hours) in Bangkok. Interns will gain valuable first-hand experience regarding the activities of ESCAP, particularly in areas such as website management, strategic communications, public information, digital outreach, and knowledge management. The role is designed to provide interns with a comprehensive understanding of ESCAP's operations and its contributions to the Asia-Pacific region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will assist the team of the Secretary of the Commission in various capacities, primarily focusing on three key areas: Intergovernmental Services (40%), Knowledge Management (40%), and Operations and Administration (20%). In the area of Intergovernmental Services, interns will help with logistics for meetings, prepare procedural scripts, contribute to talking points and briefing materials, and take notes during discussions. For Knowledge Management, interns will assist in creating and updating website content, developing communication materials, and engaging in strategic communications. In Operations and Administration, interns will support the day-to-day management of the team, prepare correspondence, and assist with meetings involving internal stakeholders, along with other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for the internship, applicants must meet one of the following criteria: be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), or be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent). While professional work experience is not required, a field of study closely related to the internship is necessary. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in standard software applications, particularly MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Studio, Drupal, HTML, and CSS is considered an asset.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be students in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), or enrolled in or have completed a Master’s or Ph.D. program. Proof of enrollment or completion must be provided at the time of application, and an official certificate will be required later in the process.

Experience:
No prior professional work experience is required for this internship; however, relevant academic experience or coursework related to the internship's focus is beneficial. Interns should be prepared to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in the relevant areas during the application process.

Languages:
Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language, such as French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish, is advantageous and may enhance the candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
The internship is unpaid, and candidates are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Thailand may need to secure the appropriate visa and work authorization. Candidates should be aware that the United Nations does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and will only contact successful candidates for further consideration. Interns are expected to indicate their availability to start in either July 2026 or December 2026.