United Nations ECA Internship Vacancies 2026 | Apply in Addis Ababa

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)

Diversity & Inclusion Mission: The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is committed to advancing inclusion, gender parity, and diversity in its workforce. In line with the United Nations Disability Inclusion Strategy and the System-wide Strategy on Gender Parity, ECA is undertaking targeted outreach efforts to attract candidates from underrepresented groups, including persons with disabilities. These internships offer a unique opportunity to contribute directly to ECA’s diversity, equity, and inclusion agenda.

Organization United Nations ECA

Job Category Internship

Location Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Application Deadline June 14, 2026

Current Open Vacancies

1. Intern – Sales/Marketing Assistant

Experience: 0 Years Required
Type: Internship Programme
📍 Location: Addis Ababa

Role Overview: This internship focuses on improving outreach strategies and supporting inclusive recruitment practices within the ECA’s sales and marketing operational framework.

Shared Educational Qualifications:

Applicants must be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) both at the time of application and during the internship; OR

Pursuing studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages (must have completed at least four years of full-time studies towards a degree); OR
Be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme; OR
Have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. Programme.
Note: A field of study closely related to the type of internship you are applying for is strictly required.

Apply Here – Intern-Sales/Marketing Assistant

2. Intern – Meeting Services Assistants

Experience: 0 Years Required
Type: Internship Programme
📍 Location: Addis Ababa

Role Overview: This role supports the planning, organization, and execution of UN conferences and high-level meetings, ensuring accessibility and inclusive practices are upheld.

Shared Educational Qualifications:

Applicants must be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) both at the time of application and during the internship; OR
Pursuing studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages (must have completed at least four years of full-time studies towards a degree); OR

Be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme; OR
Have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. Programme.
Note: A field of study closely related to the type of internship you are applying for is strictly required.

Apply Here – Intern-Meeting Services Assistants

Application Information & Disclaimers

Please read the following institutional guidelines carefully before proceeding to the UN Careers Portal.

Application Instructions:

Proof of Status: You must indicate which educational criteria you meet and attach proof to the application. Official certificates will be required at a later stage.
Inclusivity: Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. If you identify as a person with a disability, please specify if you need reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment process.
Previous Experience: If you have completed a UN Internship before, please include the UN entity and the concrete dates in your application.

Deadline Notice: Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be automatically removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on June 14, 2026.

Intern Specific Text (Unpaid Status):

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the exclusive responsibility of the interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Ethiopia may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization prior to arrival.

⚠️ NO FEE WARNING:

THE 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.

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