United Nations Conference on Trade and Development Vacancy

UN Conference on Trade and Development is an intergovernmental organization within the United Nations Secretariat that promotes the interests of developing countries in the governance of international trade, financial flows and technology transfer.

We support developing countries to access the benefits of a globalized economy more fairly and effectively. And we help equip them to deal with the potential drawbacks of greater economic integration. To do this, we provide analysis, facilitate consensus-building, and offer technical assistance. This helps them to use trade, investment, finance, and technology as vehicles for inclusive and sustainable development.

Position: Public information intern

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must meet at least one of the following requirements at the time of application:

• Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
• Be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent).

Additional Requirements:

• Be computer literate in standard software applications.
• Demonstrate a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact successfully with individuals from different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, including willingness to understand and tolerate differing opinions and views.

Required Field of Study: Journalism, International Relations, Public Administration, or a related field.

Work Experience: Professional work experience is not required. However, applicants must have a field of study closely related to the internship.

Eligible Applicants: Applicants must be in the final academic year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent), enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme (or equivalent), or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programme.

Application Requirement: Applicants must indicate which eligibility criterion they meet and attach supporting proof to their application. An official certificate will be required at a later stage.

The position is in the United Nations Conference for Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The Internship Programme is unpaid and full-time, i.e., an intern is expected to work five days per week (40 hours). The internship is offered on an in-person basis. The position is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in the Regional Office for Africa of the Division for Africa, Least Developed Countries and Special Programmes (ALDC).

Duty Station: ADDIS ABABA

Deadline: Nov 13, 2026