Overview
The intern will support the International Trade Centre's engagement with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) by assisting with participation in key forums and researching thematic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support ITC’s participation at the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF2026), SIDS Global Business Network Forum, inaugural Island Investment Forum, Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, and SheTrades Hubs Annual Meeting.
- Support in the planning of ITC’s SIDS engagement during the WTO Public Forum.
- Undertake research on thematic priorities for the CHOGM and document ITC’s work in Commonwealth countries.
- Support in documenting success stories from ITC’s SheTrades Hubs.
- Support the Executive Director’s speechwriter in contributing research inputs for SIDS-related speeches.
Required Experience
Some familiarity with and experience in working in or supporting Small Island Developing States would be welcomed.
Qualifications
- Be enrolled in the final academic year of the first university degree programme in International Relations/Affairs, Public Policy or related areas (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
OR
- Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
OR
- Have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.
