eTrade Initiatives Section Intern

Organizational Context

This internship is with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), specifically within the E-Commerce and Digital Economy Branch's eTrade Initiatives Section in Geneva. The section focuses on leveraging digital opportunities for inclusive and sustainable economic development, with a particular emphasis on empowering women in the digital economy.

Job Purpose

The purpose of this internship is to provide practical experience and support to the eTrade Initiatives Section in its mission to foster inclusive digital economies and promote female digital entrepreneurship. The intern will assist in undertaking analysis and organizing technical assistance projects. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain exposure to international trade and development work, contribute to impactful initiatives, and develop professional skills under the guidance of experienced colleagues. The internship aims to enhance the intern's educational experience while contributing to the UN's development goals.

Responsibilities

The intern will primarily assist in planning and organizing capacity-building initiatives for women digital entrepreneurs, including stakeholder communication and background documentation preparation. Key duties involve drafting inputs for analytical studies, policy briefs, and presentations on women and digital entrepreneurship. The role includes supporting the organization of workshops, such as the one on Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in E-commerce and Digital Businesses in China. Additional responsibilities include providing substantive support for project documents, proofreading, editing, and translating reports, assisting with briefings and meetings, and preparing communication materials for various activities. The intern will also communicate with workshop participants and relevant stakeholders, and support other section activities as needed.

Work Experience

No professional work experience is required for this internship. However, applicants must meet the specified educational criteria and demonstrate a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and its Charter ideals. A demonstrated ability to interact successfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds is also expected.

Skills

Computer literacy in standard software applications, keen interest in the UN's work, personal commitment to UN Charter ideals, ability to interact with diverse cultural backgrounds, willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions, analytical skills, organizational skills, communication skills, proofreading, editing, and translation abilities.

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