Transport, Logistics and Supply Chain Management Intern
Organizational Context
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Transport Section, within the Division on Technology and Logistics, focuses on research, technical assistance, and capacity-building for developing countries. The section aims to enhance global trading networks through efficient, sustainable, and resilient freight transport systems across all modes, with expertise in shipping, ports, and logistics.
Job Purpose
This internship offers students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain practical experience within the UNCTAD Transport Section. The intern will support research, technical cooperation, and project activities related to sustainable and resilient transport systems, maritime logistics, and supply chain resilience. This role contributes to UNCTAD's mandate of helping developing countries improve their transport infrastructure and logistics, fostering effective participation in global trade. The internship provides valuable exposure to international trade and development work, with mentorship provided by experienced staff.
Responsibilities
The intern will assist in desk research and prepare background notes, analytical drafts, and substantive inputs on topics such as sustainable smart ports, resilient supply chains, and food security-related transport. Responsibilities include collecting, cleaning, and analyzing transport and logistics data, including port-call statistics, and preparing visualizations. The intern will support the implementation of technical assistance projects, assist in developing training and presentation materials, and contribute to the organization of events like the UNCTAD Global Supply Chain Forum. Tasks also involve preparing digital and print communication materials, supporting project administration, updating web content, and summarizing meetings and webinars.
Work Experience
No professional work experience is required for this internship. However, applicants are encouraged to describe any relevant academic, volunteer, or other experience related to sustainable transport, ports, logistics, resilient supply chains, food security, statistics, communications, or event organization.
Skills
Research and analysis, data collection and analysis, report writing, presentation development, project support, communication, web content management, event organization support, proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, interest in UN work, cross-cultural communication.