Economic Affairs Intern – Macro Policy & Development Finance

About the role

The Economic Affairs Internship offers a unique opportunity to support the Macroeconomic Policy and Financing for Development Division of ESCAP. Interns will work remotely and/or on‑site in Bangkok for a period of three to six months, contributing to research, capacity‑building activities and policy dialogues across the Asia‑Pacific region.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on monetary policy, fiscal policy, tax cooperation, public finance governance and econometric evaluation of policies.
• Identify short‑ to medium‑term risks to sustainable development in the region.
• Prepare tables, graphs and inputs for ESCAP publications such as the Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific.
• Support technical consultations, workshops and events on sustainable and green finance, including the design of capacity‑building materials and e‑learning modules.
• Research green financing instruments (green bonds, guarantees, debt‑for‑climate swaps, blended finance) and related topics such as digital finance and integrated national financing frameworks.
• Assist in the implementation of demonstration projects, for example the issuance of sustainable bonds.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program (Master’s or PhD) in economics, finance, public policy or a related field.
• Strong interest in macroeconomic policy and development finance.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative abilities.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Unpaid internship lasting 3–6 months (35 hours per week).
• Flexible work mode – remote and/or on‑site in Bangkok.
• Hands‑on experience with UN‑level research and policy development.
• Exposure to a network of experts across 53 member states and 9 associate members.