Economic Affairs - Intern

Job Description

Work Location

• Remotely and/or on-site in Bangkok

Expected Duration

• 3 to 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Macroeconomic Policy and Financing for Development Division (MPFD) provides normative-analytical and capacity-development activities to 53 member States and 9 associate members of ESCAP.
• Undertakes analytical studies, policy-oriented research, capacity building, and facilitates policy dialogues on medium- to long-term macroeconomic and financing for development issues in the region.
• The internship is UNPAID, full-time, with a minimum duration of three months and a maximum of six months (five days per week, 35 hours).
• MPFD has openings in two areas:
• • Macroeconomic policy and analysis
    • Undertake research and analysis in monetary policy, fiscal policy, tax cooperation, public finance efficiency and governance, and econometric analysis for policy evaluation.
    • Identify short- to medium-term risks to sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
    • Prepare summary tables, graphs, and other inputs for ESCAP publications, including the Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific, working papers, and policy briefs.
    • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Financing for development
    • Undertake research on sustainable and green financing instruments and modalities (green banking, green bonds, guarantees, debt-for-climate swaps, blended finance models).
    • Support demonstration projects such as issuance of sustainable bonds and other financing mechanisms.
    • Support national- and regional-level projects, including tracking trends and documenting case studies and best practices.
    • Conduct research on sustainable development challenges, success factors, and policy actions for financing SDGs.
    • Support technical consultations, events, and workshops for government stakeholders implementing green finance strategies.
    • Prepare summary tables, graphs, and other inputs for ESCAP publications such as the Financing for Development Series, working papers, and policy briefs.
    • Perform other related duties as assigned.

1. Qualifications / Special Skills

• Meet one of the following:
• • Enrolled in, or completed, a graduate school programme (Master’s or higher).
  • Enrolled in, or completed, the final year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s level or equivalent).
• Studied areas such as macroeconomics, international economics, development economics/studies, political economy, applied econometrics/statistics, finance, environmental studies, business administration, engineering, physics, mathematics, or related fields.
• Computer literacy in standard software applications; knowledge of statistical packages (Stata, Eviews, SPSS, R) is desirable but not required.
• Demonstrated interest in the United Nations and commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
• Ability to interact successfully with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
• No prior work experience is required; education, training, and skills should benefit the UN during the internship.
• Ability to work under pressure, in a team, and meet tight deadlines is desirable.
• Drafting, oral communication, reference research, statistical methods, and data analysis skills are desirable.

1. Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language (e.g., Chinese or Russian) is an asset.

1. Additional Information

• Cover note must include:
• • Title of degree programme and graduation date.
  • List of IT skills and software proficiency.
  • Top three areas of interest.
  • Explanation of suitability for this specific internship.
  • Interest in the ESCAP Internship Programme, especially MPFD.
  • Area of interest (macroeconomic policy and analysis or financing for development).
  • Available period for the internship (minimum three months, up to six months).
• Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

1. Intern Specific Text

• Interns are not financially remunerated by the UN.
• Travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or sponsoring institutions.
• Non-citizens or non-permanent residents may need appropriate visa and work authorization.
• Candidates should clarify visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

1. Deadline : Oct 11, 2025