Stage ONU : Sustainable Development Group (Remote/NY 2027) – 26 octobre 2026

Contexte

The United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office (SWEO) is inviting applications for a six-month internship beginning in January 2027. The opportunity offers students and recent graduates a chance to gain experience in evaluation, research and data analysis while contributing to the work of the United Nations. Based in New York, the internship can be undertaken in person or remotely, with full-time and part-time arrangements considered. This flexibility may appeal to candidates seeking international experience in development research, public administration, social sciences and evidence-based policymaking.

The United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office supports system-wide evaluation activities across the UN development system. Its work contributes to understanding the effectiveness, results and impact of development initiatives. Through this internship, selected candidates will work under the supervision of experienced Evaluation Officers and gain exposure to evaluation processes that inform development programming and decision-making.

Missions et responsabilités

• Contribute to qualitative and quantitative data analysis, research activities and other tasks supporting system-wide evaluations.
• Contribute to evaluation-related research and analytical activities.
• Gain exposure to qualitative and quantitative approaches used in evaluation.
• Learn about system-wide evaluation within the UN development system.
• Prepare reports, analyse datasets, present findings or use data visualisation tools.
• Review and organise information with attention to detail and clear written communication.

Profil recherché

Applicants must be enrolled in a qualifying university degree programme or have graduated with a qualifying degree. The supplied announcement indicates that candidates with backgrounds in social sciences, economics or public administration are preferred.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience or demonstrated ability in research, data visualisation and communication.
• Proficiency in reviewing and organising information.
• Clear written communication and attention to detail.
• Understanding of qualitative or quantitative research methods.
• Background in relevant areas of study such as Sociology and other social sciences, Economics and development economics, Public administration and public policy, International development, Research methods and evaluation, Statistics and data analysis.

Conditions et avantages

The internship is expected to begin in January 2027 and run for six months. Organisation: United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office. Position: Intern. Job Opening ID: 285069. Location: New York, United States, or remote/home-based. Duration: Six months. Expected start: January 2027. Working arrangements: Full-time or part-time options may be considered. Recruitment category: Affiliate Personnel – Internships, I-1.

Key opportunities and benefits include:

• Practical exposure to the work of a United Nations evaluation office and methods used to assess development programmes.
• Professional mentorship working under the supervision of experienced Evaluation Officers.
• Flexible working arrangements with consideration given to in-person or remote work and full-time or part-time modalities.
• Professional development to strengthen research, analytical, communication and organisational skills.
• Candidates should note that the announcement provided does not specify a salary or stipend. Applicants should consult the official vacancy notice for the applicable internship conditions, including any costs associated with participation.

Dossier de candidature

• Detailed curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
• Application submitted through the United Nations recruitment system referencing Job Opening ID 285069.
• Specific examples of skills, academic research projects, dissertations and relevant assignments demonstrating suitability.

Comment postuler

Interested candidates should review the official vacancy and submit their applications through the United Nations recruitment system. Applicants should search for Job Opening ID 285069 if the direct application link does not open correctly. Before submitting, they should carefully review the full vacancy notice, as some sections—including detailed duties, qualifications and language requirements—are not visible in the supplied listing extract.

Application deadline: 31 October 2026.

Reference: Job Opening ID 285069.

The United Nations does not charge an application fee. Candidates should be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for recruitment or selection.