United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Internship Opportunities 2026

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United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Internship Opportunities 2026

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0 year

Position

Entry Level

Offer Salary

Attractive

Job Description

About UNECAThe United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) supports Africa’s economic and social development through policy research, technical cooperation, capacity building, and evidence-based solutions.The Commission works with governments, institutions, and partners to advance sustainable development across the continent.

1. Intern – Climate Change, Food Security and Natural Resources

📍 Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Key Responsibilities

  • Support climate change policy development and implementation activities.
  • Assist in developing climate response policies, plans, and programmes.
  • Contribute to preparations for the upcoming COP32 conference.
  • Support activities within the Climate Change, Food Security and Natural Resources Division.
  • Participate in research, analysis, and technical assignments.
  • Provide support to ongoing division activities as required.

Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Currently enrolled in or have completed a graduate degree programme (Master’s degree or higher); OR
  • Currently enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a Bachelor’s degree programme or equivalent.

Additional Requirement

  • Selected candidates must be available to work in Addis Ababa during the internship period.

Apply Here:

https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/279012?language=en


2. ACS Intern – Data Analysis

📍 Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Key Responsibilities

  • Support data analysis and research activities.
  • Assist in processing and interpreting statistical information.
  • Contribute to evidence-based reporting and knowledge products.
  • Support technical assignments related to data management and analysis.

Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet UNECA internship eligibility requirements, including:

  • Enrollment in or completion of a graduate degree programme; OR
  • Enrollment in or completion of the final academic year of a Bachelor’s degree programme.

Apply Here:

https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/281491?language=en


Application Information

Interested candidates should apply through the official United Nations Careers Portal.

⚠️ Applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Internship vacancies may be removed from the UN Careers Portal at 11:59 PM New York Time on the deadline date.


Important Notice

The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment, including:

  • Application submission
  • Interviews
  • Processing
  • Training

Applicants should never provide bank account details or make payments related to recruitment.

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