MA Internship Opportunity

Please e-mail Prof. Filer with your resume if you're interested:

The Human Development Report Office (HDRO) of the United Nations Development programme (UNDP) is hiring for a short-term, part-time position. As one of its outputs HDRO produces the Human Development Report, UNDP's flagship publication and one of most read reports from the UN system. The statistical tables published in the Report are one of the visible parts and the information in them is carefully verified.The position involves taking part in this verification process, checking the statistical tables and other materials against source material. The position requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as solid understanding of development statistics. Preferably, the candidate has done some coursework in statistics or economics.The position is part-time (10-20 hours per week, flexible hours) for two to three months beginning mid-April.