Social Affairs Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations, established in 194

• Its mission is to contribute to the economic and social development of the region. ECLAC focuses on designing, monitoring, and evaluating public policies, providing advisory services, expertise, and training to governments, and supporting regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. The organization operates in various countries across Latin America and the Caribbean, working with a diverse team of professionals dedicated to improving the region's socio-economic conditions. For more information, visit www.eclac.org.

Job Overview:
The internship in the Social Development Division of ECLAC is designed to last between 2 to 6 months, depending on the needs of the office. Interns will work under the supervision of a Social Affairs Officer and a Social Affairs Research Assistant, contributing to the analysis and development of social protection policies. The role involves gathering and analyzing data related to pension systems in the region, as well as organizing events and activities that promote social development. Interns will be expected to engage in research, draft documents, and collaborate with team members to enhance the division's initiatives in social protection and development.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will be responsible for conducting research on qualitative, quantitative, institutional, and official data regarding social protection policies, programs, and measures, particularly focusing on pension systems. They will draft inputs related to social policy and government institutions, summarize research findings on specific topics, and support the organization of seminars and expert meetings. Additionally, interns will produce briefs and presentations as requested, process statistical information, and contribute to updating databases and websites related to non-contributory pension systems. Collaboration with team members is essential to ensure effective processing and analysis of data.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria: (a) be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). A background in economics and/or data management is ideal. While professional work experience is not required, a field of study closely related to the internship is necessary. Knowledge of social protection policies and pension systems is required, along with familiarity with data analysis and data science techniques.

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 with the application, and an official certificate will be required at a later stage. Previous knowledge of social protection policies and pension systems is essential for this internship.

Experience:
While prior professional work experience is not mandatory for applicants to the UN Internship Programme, candidates should have relevant academic experience or coursework related to social protection and pension systems. Previous research experience in these areas is considered desirable, as it will enhance the intern's ability to contribute effectively to the team's objectives.

Languages:
Fluency in spoken and written English and Spanish is required for this internship, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of an additional official UN language, such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish, is considered an advantage and may enhance the candidate's profile.

Additional Notes:
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations, and they are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Chile may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, and it does not request information regarding applicants' bank accounts.