Economic Affairs Intern

Core responsibilities:

• Contribute to research initiatives on issues related to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in ASEAN, including conducting literature reviews, compiling data, and drafting analytical inputs.
• Assist in coordinating UN–ASEAN engagements and joint initiatives, helping prepare background materials, track activities, and support communication with internal and external partners.
• Support the planning and delivery of SROSEA meetings and events, such as policy dialogues, workshops, and consultations, including assisting with agenda preparation, participant coordination, and logistical arrangements.
• Develop communication and outreach materials, including flyers, press releases, newsletter content, and social media posts to support SROSEA visibility and engagement.

This role supports the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in South-East Asia by assisting with policy work, research, and coordination activities that advance sustainable development goals across the region.

Required qualifications:

• Enrolled in or have completed a second university degree (master's degree or equivalent) OR have completed a first university degree (bachelor's degree or equivalent).
• Good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams and Canva.
• Strong research and writing skills are preferable.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of an additional official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is an asset.

This is an UNPAID internship. Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.