Intern - Economist and Development Coordination Support

Work Location

JAKARTA

Expected duration

14 Sep-13 Dec 2026

Duties and Responsibilities

In Indonesia, the United Nations (UN) has a long-standing partnership with the government, private sector, civil society, and youth to advance progress toward advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). At the core of the UN in Indonesia's work is the United Nations Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2026 – 2030, the key strategic document guiding collaboration between the UN, the host government, and other partners. The Cooperation Framework outlines shared priorities and responsibilities, ensuring that the UN’s support complements national development plans and global goals. The United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO), under the leadership of the Resident Coordinator, serves as the coordination hub for UN agencies, funds, and programmes. The RCO’s core functions include strategic planning, partnerships and development finance, data and results management, and communications and advocacy. The Economist and Development Coordination Intern will work closely with the Economist and Programme team to support coordination, research, reporting, and communication activities related to the implementation and monitoring of the Cooperation Framework and broader UN development priorities in Indonesia. The intern will contribute to research, stakeholder coordination, SDG-related reporting, meeting documentation, and preparation of analytical and communication materials to support the RCO’s engagement with Government counterparts, UN agencies, private sector, development partners, academia, civil society, and other stakeholders. The intern will contribute to the following areas: Research & Analytical Support • Support background research on socio-economic trends, SDG progress, national development priorities, and emerging development issues relevant to Indonesia. • Assist in reviewing policy documents, development reports, and briefing materials relevant to Cooperation Framework implementation. • Support preparation of background notes, summaries, presentations, talking points, and briefing materials for meetings, consultations, and events. • Assist in conducting stakeholder mapping and information gathering related to UN coordination and development priorities. • Support compilation and organization of information and inputs related to SDG monitoring and reporting processes. Coordination & Reporting Support • Support coordination with UN agencies and relevant stakeholders related to Cooperation Framework implementation and SDG-related activities. • Assist in organizing and documenting meetings, workshops, consultations, and inter-agency coordination sessions. • Prepare meeting summaries, minutes, action trackers, and follow-up notes. • Support tracking of coordination processes, follow-up actions, and reporting timelines. • Assist in maintaining contact lists, trackers, and knowledge management materials related to the RCO’s work. Communications & Presentation Support • Support preparation of presentations, visual materials, and communication products related to UN development priorities and SDG-related themes. • Assist in drafting summaries, communication content, and outreach materials for internal and external audiences. • Support preparation of accessible and user-friendly materials for meetings, consultations, and advocacy activities. • Assist in supporting visibility and outreach efforts related to Cooperation Framework priorities and RCO initiatives. Events & Administrative Support • Support logistical and administrative coordination for meetings, workshops, consultations, and events organized or supported by the RCO. • Attend meetings (in-person or online) and support documentation and coordination processes as required. • Assist the team with other coordination and administrative tasks as needed. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the Resident Coordinator Office.

Qualifications/special skills

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), or Master’s or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, or Master’s Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams Experience preparing written materials such as meeting summaries, briefing notes, presentations, research summaries, or outreach content related to development, international relations, or socio-economic issues is desirable. Experience supporting coordination activities, academic events, stakeholder engagement, outreach initiatives, or student organizations is desirable

Languages

Fluency in English and Indonesian is required. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

Additional Information

Not available.

Intern Specific text

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.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.