Economic Affairs Intern
Department of Economic and Social Affairs · NEW YORK · Apply by November 23, 2026
About this role
Work Location This internship is designed to be in-person and full-time (35 hours) but can be adjusted based on request by the successful candidate. Expected duration This internship is intended to start on 1 February 2027 with a maximum of six (6) months. Duties and Responsibilities Org. Setting and Reporting The internship position is situated in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), Office of Intergovernmental Support and Coordination for Sustainable Development (OISC)/Inter-organizational and Inter-instituitional Support Branch (now called ECOSOC and NGO Support Branch) and will report to the Senior Sustainable Development Officer. The ECOSOC workstream of the ECOSOC and NGO Support Branch (ENSB), provides substantive support to the work of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) and the UN General Assembly. ENSB also provides substantive support to the work of NGOs and Major Groups and other stakeholders (MGOs) and their engagement with ECOSOC. More information about the office can be found here: https: //ecosoc.un.org/en/about-us/office-intergovernmental-support-and-coordination-sustainabledevelopment. The internship…