Economic 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 by designing, monitoring, and evaluating public policies. ECLAC provides advisory services, expertise, and training to governments, and supports regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. The organization operates in various countries across Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on enhancing the region's economic and social well-being. For more information, visit www.eclac.org.

Job Overview:
The internship at the ECLAC Washington Office is designed to support the research agenda of the Office under the supervision of the Office's Director and other staff members. The intern will engage in various research activities, particularly focusing on topics such as Artificial Intelligence and new technologies, and their implications for economic development in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). The internship is expected to last between 2 to 6 months, depending on the needs of the Office, and candidates may be selected on an 'as-needed' basis throughout the posting period. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in team meetings, discussions, and relevant conferences, webinars, and seminars, thereby gaining valuable insights into the workings of the United Nations and the specific challenges faced by the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern's responsibilities will include conducting research on various topics related to economic development, particularly focusing on the impact of new technologies in LAC. Specific tasks will involve performing literature reviews to assess the current state of research, summarizing and analyzing relevant research papers, and compiling data from official sources and specialized agencies. The intern will also prepare reports, update databases, and create visual representations of data, such as tables, graphs, and charts. Additionally, the intern may assist with day-to-day operations of the Office as needed, contributing to a collaborative work environment and gaining practical experience in economic affairs.

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). While professional work experience is not required for the UN Internship Programme, candidates should have a field of study closely related to the internship. Good knowledge of standard software applications, particularly MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams, is also required.

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.

Experience:
No prior professional work experience is required for this internship; however, candidates should have relevant academic experience or coursework that aligns with the internship's focus on economic affairs and research.

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 considered an advantage, as English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

Additional Notes:
Interns are not financially compensated by the United Nations, and all costs related to travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken 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.