The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is looking for an intern in Bangkok, Thailand, for three to six months, to help build an e-learning course on trade agreement negotiations and support UN meetings and events. The internship is unpaid and full-time, remote online internships are possible, and applications close on 05 December 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the vacancy and set out every duty, requirement and condition below.
The Vacancy at a Glance
🏛️ Department/office: Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
🗂️ Division and section: Trade, Investment and Innovation Division (TIID), Trade Policy and Facilitation Section (TPFS)
🎯 Internship focus: E-learning Development and Event Coordination
🆔 Job Opening ID: 287027
💼 Job family: Economic Affairs
🏷️ Category and level: Affiliate Personnel, Internships, I-1
🧾 Recruitment type: Intern
📍 Duty station: Bangkok
⏱️ Expected duration: 3-6 months
🕘 Schedule: Full-time, five days per week, 35 hours
💻 Remote option: Remote, online internships are possible
🤲 Pay: Unpaid
Inside the Trade Policy and Facilitation Section
The Trade Policy and Facilitation Section is described as a busy and dynamic team within UN ESCAP, and its internship programme is run within the Trade, Investment and Innovation Division. The Division works on a wide variety of topics related to trade policy, investment and trade facilitation.
Its work includes:
🔎 Research and analysis
🧑🏫 Organizing training and capacity-building activities for policymakers
🗣️ Organizing regional policy dialogues
📅 Organizing meetings, events and forums
What the Selected Intern Will Do
The selected intern will mainly support the development of an e-learning course on trade agreement negotiations, and will also help with events on trade and investment in the Asia-Pacific region.
🎓 Support the development of an e-learning course on trade agreement negotiations
🎬 Edit pre-recorded expert videos
📄 Prepare learning materials
🧭 Coordinate course development activities
🎤 Assist in organizing UN meetings, conferences and side events related to trade and investment in the Asia-Pacific region
Do You Need Video Editing or E-Learning Experience?
Prior experience in video editing or e-learning development is welcome but not required. Basic editing tools, such as Canva, will be used, and the tasks do not require advanced technical skills.
The team particularly welcomes candidates who are:
🌱 Enthusiastic about learning new skills
🎨 Creative
📋 Well-organized
Who the Internship Is Aimed At
The programme welcomes applicants from a wide range of academic backgrounds, particularly final-year undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in international trade, e-learning development and event organization. Interns work under the supervision of a staff member in the Division.
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Academic Requirements for the United Nations Internship Programme
To qualify, applicants must meet 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)
📘 Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent)
Which Fields of Study Are Accepted?
Candidates from various academic disciplines are welcome. Studies in the fields below may be an advantage but are not required:
📈 Economics
🌐 International relations
⚖️ Public policy
📣 Communications
📖 Education
🏢 Business or related fields
Specialized technical knowledge or an advanced research background is not necessary for this internship.
Experience and Useful Skills
🚀 No work experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme
🧠 Your training, education, advanced coursework or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship
🖥️ Familiarity with Canva, PowerPoint or basic video editing software is an advantage but not a requirement
🌟 Candidates who are interested in learning these tools are encouraged to apply
🎪 Prior experience in organizing university events, workshops or other activities is welcome but not required
Language Requirements
🗨️ Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship
➕ Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset
🔤 The official languages of the United Nations Secretariat are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish
Candidates Especially Encouraged to Apply
Candidates from Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States in Asia and the Pacific are encouraged to apply. The team values candidates who can share first-hand perspectives on the challenges facing their countries and regions and contribute to the development of more relevant policy interventions. This is an encouragement rather than a condition, and the vacancy does not limit applications to particular nationalities.
Costs, Travel and Visas
🚫 Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations
✈️ Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions
🛂 Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization
💬 Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer
What to State in Your Application
🗓️ Specify your preferred start and end dates in your application document or motivation statement
🏠 Indicate whether you prefer a remote, online internship
No Fee at Any Stage
The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). The United Nations also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will the UN ESCAP Trade Policy intern mainly work on?
The intern will primarily support the development of an e-learning course on trade agreement negotiations. This includes editing pre-recorded expert videos, preparing learning materials and coordinating course development activities. The intern will also assist in organizing UN meetings, conferences and side events on trade and investment in the Asia-Pacific region.
How long is the UN ESCAP Trade Policy internship and how many hours does it take?
The expected duration is three to six months. The internship is full-time, with five working days per week, or 35 hours. Applicants are asked to specify their preferred start and end dates in their application document or motivation statement.
Can the UN ESCAP Trade Policy internship be done remotely?
Yes, the vacancy states that remote, online internships are possible. Applicants should indicate their preference in the application.
Is the UN ESCAP Trade Policy internship paid?
No, this internship programme is unpaid, and interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
Do I need work experience or video editing skills to apply?
No work experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Prior experience in video editing or e-learning development is welcome but not required, and familiarity with Canva, PowerPoint or basic video editing software is only an advantage. The tasks use basic editing tools and do not require advanced technical skills.
Which students and graduates are eligible for this UN internship?
At the time of application, you must be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme, or be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme. Candidates from various academic disciplines are welcome. Fluency in spoken and written English is also required.
Does the United Nations charge a fee to apply for this internship?
No, the United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview meeting, processing or training. Youth Works Hub lists this condition so that applicants know no payment is part of the process.
Deadline
⏳ 05 December 2026
Links
📰 Vacancy page: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/287027?language=en
