UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) 2022 Internships for African Students

The UNECA internship is for three (3) months with an opportunity for extension, depending on the needs of the Director. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. The intern will work for five days per week under the supervision of the Director.

• Table of Content
• About United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)
• UNECA Internships
• Aim and Benefits of UNECA Internships
• Requirements for UNECA Internships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa was established in 1958 by the United Nations Economic and Social Council to encourage economic cooperation among its member states following a recommendation of the United Nations General Assembly. It is one of five regional commissions.

UNECA Internships

Aim and Benefits of UNECA Internships

The internship is partially funded and full-time.

Requirements for UNECA Internships Qualification

To qualify for consideration for an internship by the United Nations Headquarters Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:

• Applications must meet one of the following educational requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation;
• 2) Be computer literate in standard software applications;
• 3) Have a demonstrated and keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
• 4) Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes a willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

For more details, visit UNECA website.