Intern - Investment Issues Section
Organizational Context
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), specifically the Division on Investment and Enterprise (DIAE) in Geneva, offers an in-person internship. This program aims to expose students and recent graduates to UNCTAD's core activities: research, intergovernmental meetings, and technical assistance to developing countries.
Job Purpose
This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience within UNCTAD's Investment Issues and Analysis Section. The intern will support research on global investment trends, multinational enterprises, and sustainable development, contributing to UNCTAD's mandate. The role involves data analysis, event support, and content preparation, offering exposure to the three pillars of UNCTAD's work. This experience is designed to enhance the intern's educational background and understanding of international trade and development.
Responsibilities
The intern will assist in collecting and analyzing data on investment, multinational enterprises, and private equity/venture capital. Responsibilities include supporting research on green FDI, sustainable development (gender, tourism, climate change), and investment in the digital economy. The role also involves assisting in the organization of events like the World Investment Forum 2026 and COP31-related activities, preparing briefing materials, and contributing to articles and reports. The intern will attend meetings, assist with reporting, and undertake other requested tasks, adhering to UN regulations and confidentiality.
Work Experience
No professional work experience is required for this internship. However, a field of study closely related to investment, trade, or development is necessary. Applicants must meet the specified educational criteria.
Skills
Computer literacy in standard software applications, strong interest in the UN's work, commitment to UN ideals, ability to interact with diverse cultural backgrounds, willingness to understand different opinions, fluency in English (written and spoken). Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.