Economic intern
Organizational Context
This internship is with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Geneva. The Statistics Analysis Unit (STAT) within UNCTAD Statistics Service compiles and disseminates data on trade, investment, global macroeconomy, and sustainable development. The intern will be part of this service, gaining experience in statistical analysis and dissemination.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this internship is to provide practical experience in statistical analysis and dissemination within UNCTAD. The intern will support research and data compilation related to international trade, services, digital trade, gender, and sustainable development. This role contributes to UNCTAD's statistical work by assisting in data collection, validation, analysis, and the preparation of various project documents and reports. The intern will also support the development of statistical information systems and contribute to communication and knowledge-sharing activities, gaining valuable insights into the UN's development programmes.
Responsibilities
Assist with research and analysis on international trade, trade in services, digital trade, gender, and sustainable development issues. Support the collection, compilation, validation, and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data for statistical and development projects. Contribute to the preparation and revision of project documents, analytical reports, policy briefs, and presentations. Provide support for the development and implementation of the Trade in Services Statistics Information System (TiSSTAT). Assist in organizing and coordinating meetings, workshops, and webinars. Contribute to communication and knowledge-sharing activities. Assist with project coordination, monitoring, and reporting for technical assistance projects. Draft correspondence and other administrative or technical materials as required.
Work Experience
No professional work experience is required for this internship. However, a strong academic background in a relevant field and demonstrated interest in international development and the work of the UN are expected. Familiarity with quantitative data analysis tools is also beneficial.
Skills
Research and analysis, data collection, compilation, validation, and analysis, report writing, project support, meeting coordination, communication, knowledge sharing, IT proficiency (Microsoft Office), quantitative data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, R, Python, SQL, Power BI).