United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) – Internship Vacancies (Addis Ababa)
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Role description
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) – Internship Vacancies (Addis Ababa)
Organization: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Category: Internship (Unpaid) Application Deadline: July 1, 2026 Employment Type: Full‑time Internship
About UNECA
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, gender parity, and disability inclusion across its workforce. In alignment with the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy and the System‑wide Strategy on Gender Parity , ECA is undertaking targeted outreach to attract candidates from underrepresented groups, including persons with disabilities.
These internship opportunities allow young professionals to contribute to ECA’s mission while gaining hands‑on experience in an international organization.
Available Internship Positions
1. Diversity and Outreach Intern
Location: Addis Ababa
Requirements:
Education: Must meet ONE of the following: Enrolled in or completed a graduate program (Master’s level or higher) Enrolled in or completed the final year of a Bachelor’s degree Experience: No prior work experience required; interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion is an advantage
2. Intern – Meeting Services Assistant
Location: Addis Ababa
Requirements:
Education: Must meet ONE of the following: Enrolled in or completed a first degree or graduate program Enrolled in or completed the final academic year of a Bachelor’s degree Background in adult education, human resources management, or management studies is desirable Experience: No prior experience required; familiarity with meeting coordination is an asset
3. Communications Intern
Location: Addis Ababa
Requirements:
Education: Must meet ONE of the following: Enrolled in or completed a graduate program Enrolled in or completed the final year of a Bachelor’s degree Academic background in communications, graphic design, or content creation is desirable Experience: No prior experience required; skills in digital media and content development are an advantage
Internship Conditions
Internships at the United Nations are unpaid . Interns are responsible for travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses . Non‑residents may be required to obtain appropriate visa and work authorization . Selected candidates must confirm visa requirements before accepting the offer.
Organization: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Category: Internship (Unpaid) Application Deadline: July 1, 2026 Employment Type: Full‑time Internship
About UNECA
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, gender parity, and disability inclusion across its workforce. In alignment with the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy and the System‑wide Strategy on Gender Parity , ECA is undertaking targeted outreach to attract candidates from underrepresented groups, including persons with disabilities.
These internship opportunities allow young professionals to contribute to ECA’s mission while gaining hands‑on experience in an international organization.
Available Internship Positions
1. Diversity and Outreach Intern
Location: Addis Ababa
Requirements:
Education: Must meet ONE of the following: Enrolled in or completed a graduate program (Master’s level or higher) Enrolled in or completed the final year of a Bachelor’s degree Experience: No prior work experience required; interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion is an advantage
2. Intern – Meeting Services Assistant
Location: Addis Ababa
Requirements:
Education: Must meet ONE of the following: Enrolled in or completed a first degree or graduate program Enrolled in or completed the final academic year of a Bachelor’s degree Background in adult education, human resources management, or management studies is desirable Experience: No prior experience required; familiarity with meeting coordination is an asset
3. Communications Intern
Location: Addis Ababa
Requirements:
Education: Must meet ONE of the following: Enrolled in or completed a graduate program Enrolled in or completed the final year of a Bachelor’s degree Academic background in communications, graphic design, or content creation is desirable Experience: No prior experience required; skills in digital media and content development are an advantage
Internship Conditions
Internships at the United Nations are unpaid . Interns are responsible for travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses . Non‑residents may be required to obtain appropriate visa and work authorization . Selected candidates must confirm visa requirements before accepting the offer.