United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) – Internship Opportunities (Addis Ababa)
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Role description
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) – Internship Opportunities (Addis Ababa)
Organization: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Category: Internship (I‑1) Duration: 6 months (full‑time, with possible extension) Application Deadline: June 14, 2026
UNECA is offering two internship opportunities within the Publications & Conference Management Section (PCMS) under the Administration and Conference Management Division (ACMD) . These internships provide hands‑on experience in sales & marketing , conference services , meeting coordination , and administrative support within a major UN regional office.
🌐 Available Internship Positions
Sales/Marketing Assistant Intern Meeting Services Assistant Intern
Both roles are full‑time (34 hours/week) and supervised by senior staff within PCMS.
1️⃣ Intern – Sales/Marketing Assistant
📌 Apply Here
Key Responsibilities
Draft promotional content for websites, email campaigns, brochures, flyers, and sales materials Conduct basic market research and update online information Maintain accurate records in sales/marketing databases Assist in planning outreach activities and promotional events Respond to customer inquiries and provide product/pricing information Support administrative tasks: order processing, invoicing, billing, shipping logistics Assist with data collection and basic reporting Perform other duties as assigned
2️⃣ Intern – Meeting Services Assistant
📌 Apply Here
Key Responsibilities
Assist in preparing daily/weekly programmes for committees and conferences Prepare and organize official documentation in all six UN languages Inform relevant offices of programme changes Assist in preparing agenda lists, participant lists, and meeting materials Maintain speaker lists and attendance records Support voting and election processes (ballot distribution, collection, tabulation) Ensure meeting reports meet UN documentation standards Prepare seating plans and monthly meeting statistics Coordinate video/teleconference arrangements Maintain filing and reference systems Draft routine correspondence Assist with data collection, visualization, and updating web/brochure content Provide guidance to temporary assistants when required
🎓 Qualifications & Eligibility (for both internships)
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme Enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree Completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programme
Additional Requirements:
Field of study relevant to the internship (marketing, communications, business, conference services, international relations, etc.) No professional experience required Women and persons with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply
🌍 Language Requirements
Fluency in spoken and written English is required Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is an advantage
⚠️ Important Notes
UN internships are unpaid Interns cover their own travel, accommodation, visas, and living expenses Non‑residents may require a visa or work authorization The UN does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment
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Organization: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Category: Internship (I‑1) Duration: 6 months (full‑time, with possible extension) Application Deadline: June 14, 2026
UNECA is offering two internship opportunities within the Publications & Conference Management Section (PCMS) under the Administration and Conference Management Division (ACMD) . These internships provide hands‑on experience in sales & marketing , conference services , meeting coordination , and administrative support within a major UN regional office.
🌐 Available Internship Positions
Sales/Marketing Assistant Intern Meeting Services Assistant Intern
Both roles are full‑time (34 hours/week) and supervised by senior staff within PCMS.
1️⃣ Intern – Sales/Marketing Assistant
📌 Apply Here
Key Responsibilities
Draft promotional content for websites, email campaigns, brochures, flyers, and sales materials Conduct basic market research and update online information Maintain accurate records in sales/marketing databases Assist in planning outreach activities and promotional events Respond to customer inquiries and provide product/pricing information Support administrative tasks: order processing, invoicing, billing, shipping logistics Assist with data collection and basic reporting Perform other duties as assigned
2️⃣ Intern – Meeting Services Assistant
📌 Apply Here
Key Responsibilities
Assist in preparing daily/weekly programmes for committees and conferences Prepare and organize official documentation in all six UN languages Inform relevant offices of programme changes Assist in preparing agenda lists, participant lists, and meeting materials Maintain speaker lists and attendance records Support voting and election processes (ballot distribution, collection, tabulation) Ensure meeting reports meet UN documentation standards Prepare seating plans and monthly meeting statistics Coordinate video/teleconference arrangements Maintain filing and reference systems Draft routine correspondence Assist with data collection, visualization, and updating web/brochure content Provide guidance to temporary assistants when required
🎓 Qualifications & Eligibility (for both internships)
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme Enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree Completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programme
Additional Requirements:
Field of study relevant to the internship (marketing, communications, business, conference services, international relations, etc.) No professional experience required Women and persons with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply
🌍 Language Requirements
Fluency in spoken and written English is required Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is an advantage
⚠️ Important Notes
UN internships are unpaid Interns cover their own travel, accommodation, visas, and living expenses Non‑residents may require a visa or work authorization The UN does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment
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