Economic Intern

Work LocationUN-house-ESCWA Expected duration2 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesEconomic policy design and implementation are central to advancing inclusive growth and sustainable development in the Arab region. Part of ESCWA’s work in this domain includes analytical research, technical assistance, and capacity-building to support Arab countries in strengthening competition policy and market regulation, consumer protection, and national development planning. These initiatives fall under Cluster 6 and include key activities such as market studies related to competition policy, technical work on consumer behavior, the organization of related expert meetings, and support to governments in planning and monitoring development strategies. To support these efforts, the intern will be assigned as an economics research assistant supporting a range of activities under Cluster 6. These include background research, data analysis, and assistance in preparing technical materials related to the topics outlined above. The role will also involve contributing to country-level assessments, sectoral studies, and the assistance in developing policy tools. By supporting these projects, the intern will help advance evidence-based policymaking in areas critical to economic resilience and institutional reform across the region. Duties and Responsibilities: • Contribute to economic assessments and regional analyses related to competition policy, consumer protection, and development planning. • Provide assistance in preparing technical material and presentations, briefing notes, and working papers for internal use and external meetings. • Help gather and process quantitative and qualitative data using Excel or other software tools to support analytical outputs. • Support the planning and coordination of upcoming meetings, webinars, etc. by preparing background material and assisting with documentation. • Maintain organized records of research materials, reports, and datasets for easy access and retrieval. • Conduct background research and compile relevant economic and sectoral data for performing market studies as required. • Support the work on monitoring and evaluating national development plans (e.g.: the final assessment of Oman’s 10th National Development Plan). • Perform other assigned tasks and duties as requested by the supervisor in support of ESCWA’s work under Cluster 6. Qualifications/special skillsTo qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: 1. Applicants must: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above); 2. Applicants must: (a) be computer literate in standard software applications. (b) have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter; and (c) have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. No previous work experience is required for this job opening. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas. Additional InformationA completed online application must include, beside the mandatory Personal History Profile, a Cover Note mentioning the following: • Degree Programme (what are you currently studying?). • Graduation Date (when will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?). • List of the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in. • List of your top three areas of interest. • Explanation of why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. • Explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The United Nations accepts no responsibility for the medical insurance of the intern or costs arising from injury, illness or death that may occur during an internship. Therefore, upon awarding an internship, candidates will be required to sign a statement confirming their understanding and acceptance of the conditions of service. Applicants for internship must show proof of valid medical insurance coverage to cover the full period of the internship at the duty station and provide a medical certificate of good health prior to the commencement of the internship. The United Nations accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to personal effects that may occur during the internship. This position allows for flexible working arrangements, contingent upon written agreement by the receiving entity. Interns under these arrangements must commit to an equivalent of at least two months full-time work and complete their internship within six months. Intern Specific textInterns 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. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.