Current vacancies
UN jobs in United States 🇺🇸
UN-system organisations recruit in United States for country offices, regional hubs, field operations, and joint programmes. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open vacancy posted on a UN agency's career portal for United States — including international and national professional staff roles, internships, and short-term consultancies. Each listing links back to the official agency application page.
- Open roles
- 193
- Organisations
- 40
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
Latest open roles
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E T Consultant
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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Project Management Support - Intern
United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The UNDP Japan Unit seeks an intern to support project management and analytical activities related to Japan-funded initiatives. Key responsibilities include assisting in the compilation and review of project proposals, conducting policy analysis on Japan's ODA instruments, supporting private sector engagement, and maintaining databases and visual materials for donor reporting. The intern will also support meeting logistics and other BERA partnership group activities. The role requires strong research, analytical, and communication skills, with proficiency in Japanese and English. The internship offers a part-time commitment of at least 1.5 months and provides a modest stipend. The position is located in Tokyo, with potential for remote work.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 11, 2026 -
INTERN- Project Support in Graphic/Web Design and Communication
Department of Operational Support · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The United Nations Department of Operational Support (DOS) is offering an internship in Graphic/Web Design and Communication within the Office of Supply Chain Management (OSCM). This role supports the design and communication needs of OSCM, including creating visual identity products, preparing content for corporate briefings and presentations, supporting website development, and managing social media communications. Interns will collaborate with teams to maintain SharePoint and iSeek pages, develop communication plans, and enhance visual appeal and user experience across various platforms. The internship offers flexible in-person or remote work modalities, with a duration of 3-6 months starting in June/July 2026. Interns work as full team members on projects that contribute meaningfully to OSCM's operations and gain valuable experience in UN communications and design.
I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 13, 2026 -
WUF Programme Support Consultant
United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The WUF Programme Support Consultant supports the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in strengthening partnerships, amplifying advocacy, and ensuring continuity between World Urban Forum sessions (WUF13 and WUF14). The role involves coordinating WUF promotional, engagement, and advocacy activities in New York and North America, supporting intergovernmental processes, and facilitating stakeholder collaboration. Key responsibilities include preparing briefing materials, organizing consultations and events, conducting policy research, maintaining stakeholder databases, and providing administrative support. The consultant works under the supervision of the Director of the New York Liaison Office and coordinates with the WUF Secretariat and UN-Habitat headquarters.
CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 13, 2026 -
Intern - Data Analytics and Front Office Support
Office of the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies (UNODET) is seeking an Intern for Data Analytics and Front Office Support. The role is based in New York and offers a 6-month internship with a desired start date in June 2026. The intern will support key operational and analytical functions including stakeholder and contact management, office coordination, knowledge and information management, meeting and event preparation, reporting and data organization, and administrative and communications support. Responsibilities include maintaining CRM data quality, supporting data migration and integration workflows, producing reports and data visualizations, contributing to knowledge management, assisting with meeting materials, supporting web content, preparing for high-level meetings, and handling day-to-day office operations. The position requires fluency in English and knowledge of another UN official language is advantageous.
I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 17, 2026 -
Intern - Programme Management
Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
This is a part-time, unpaid internship in the Management Unit of the 2030 Agenda Sub-Fund within the Capacity Development Programme Management Office (CDPMO) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The intern supports project management, planning, and coordination activities related to sustainable development initiatives funded by the United Nations Peace and Development Trust Fund (UNPDF). Responsibilities include assisting in project proposal development, organizing meetings, tracking follow-up actions, conducting research, preparing briefing materials, and supporting administrative tasks. The role offers exposure to UN operations and sustainable development work. The internship is for four months initially and requires fluency in English and French, with knowledge of additional UN languages being advantageous.
I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 17, 2026 -
Internship - human rights
Office of the Special Representative to the Secretary-General on Violence Against Children · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
This internship opportunity is with the Office of the Special Representative to the Secretary-General on Violence Against Children (SRSG-VAC). The role supports the SRSG's mandate to advocate globally for the prevention and elimination of all forms of violence against children, aligned with international human rights standards. Interns will assist with monitoring developments, administrative tasks, organizing conferences and meetings, note-taking, research, and supporting child participation initiatives. The position offers exposure to high-level UN work on child protection, including engagement with international bodies, regional organizations, and civil society. The internship is remote or in New York, lasting 3-6 months, and provides valuable experience in human rights advocacy and UN operations.
I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 22, 2026 -
Research Analyst
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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Infrastructure Engineering Analyst
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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SDG Localization Analysis - Individual Contractor
Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) seeks an Individual Contractor to conduct research and analysis on SDG localization for the 2027 SDG Summit and post-2030 development framework. The role involves evidence-based research on best practices for accelerating SDG implementation through localization, updating guidance materials on Voluntary Local Reviews, and supporting coordination with the Local2030 Coalition. The contractor will also contribute to organizing the 2026 International Mayors Forum in Quito, Ecuador, and support awareness-raising activities through social media and knowledge management. The position requires advanced university education in development policy, economics, or related fields, with at least 5 years of professional experience in sustainable development, localization analysis, and local government capacity building. The work is home-based and expected to last 65 working days with potential for extension.
CON Secretariat Closes Jun 11, 2026 -
Information Management Intern
Department of Peacekeeping Operations · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
This is a six-month unpaid internship in Information Management within the Department of Peacekeeping Operations. The role involves supporting the use of generative AI tools for data processing and automation, conducting statistical analysis, creating infographics and presentations, designing data-driven reports and dashboards using Power BI, developing data collection applications with Microsoft O365 tools, supporting AI-enabled prototypes, and creating technical documentation. The internship offers flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, or in-person options at UN premises in New York. Candidates must be currently enrolled in or have completed a graduate program (Master's or Ph.D.) or be in the final academic year of a bachelor's degree program, with a field of study related to information management or technology.
I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 17, 2026 -
Accounting Assistant, G6
Department of Operational Support · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Accounting Assistant position is located in the Income Tax Unit of the Payroll and Accounts Payable Section within the Department of Operational Support. The role involves scrutinizing source documents for accuracy, investigating erroneous charges, reconciling suspense accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and staff rules. Responsibilities include processing payroll, income tax claims, travel claims, and other financial transactions, as well as serving as an Approving Officer for disbursements. The position requires working closely with field offices and funds to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate accounting records. The role also involves auditing transactions, preparing memoranda, coordinating with business areas, and providing guidance to colleagues. The position reports to the Chief of the Unit and requires strong attention to detail, proficiency in ERP systems, and adherence to UN financial procedures.
G-6 Secretariat Closes Jul 02, 2026 -
(Senior) Investment Officer – Bond Specialist
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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Manager, Climate Strategy, Learn. & Ops, Solutions & Impact
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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Spatial Data Analysis Consultant
Inter-American Development Bank · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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AI Innovation and Mediation Intern
United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The UNDP Office of the Ombudsman seeks an AI Innovation and Mediation Intern to support technology and AI-enabled initiatives in alternative dispute resolution (ADR). The intern will assist in developing AI tools for mediation practice, including workflow automation, data analysis, and AI chatbots. They will also contribute to training materials and project coordination under the supervision of the Mediation Specialist/Manager. The role involves exploring AI applications such as 'AI judge' prototypes and integrating generative AI into mediation support functions using UN-authorized tools like Copilot and Gemini. The intern must have a technology-focused academic background, strong interest in ADR, and experience with AI tools and systems.
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Legal Analyst
World Bank Group · 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
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Programme Management Officer, Administration, P4
Department of Operational Support · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
The Programme Management Officer, Administration, P4 position is located within the Office of the Under-Secretary-General for Operational Support and reports directly to the Special Assistant to the Under-Secretary-General. The incumbent assists in setting and implementing the strategic direction of the Department by ensuring the USG is fully briefed and that directions are conveyed and executed. Responsibilities include monitoring strategic support issues, developing and evaluating programs/projects, planning missions, preparing briefing materials, reviewing documents, acting as a focal point for research and analysis, participating in policy development, organizing high-quality written outputs, providing backstopping to meetings, coordinating with various departments and organizations, and maintaining communication systems. The role requires significant experience in project or program management, administration, and working with senior officials on policy and field support issues.
P-4 Secretariat Closes Jun 08, 2026 -
Socia Media Intern
Department of Global Communications · 🇺🇸 New York, United States
This is a 3-month hybrid internship in the Social Media Section of the Department of Global Communications at the United Nations. The intern will support social media activities across platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter (X), LinkedIn, and others. Key duties include researching and drafting content, monitoring social media analytics, gathering content from events, assisting in content creation, managing meeting agendas and notes, and supporting special projects. The role requires familiarity with social media platforms and digital tools like Canva, Trello, and Adobe Photoshop. The internship is unpaid and requires the intern to provide their own hardware and internet connection. Candidates must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program (Master's or higher) or be in the final academic year of a bachelor's program. No professional work experience is required, but a related field of study is necessary.
I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 15, 2026
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- Inter-American Development Bank 19
- Department of Economic and Social Affairs 10
- UN Women 9
- Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs 6
- United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund - Pension Administration 5
- Department of Global Communications 4
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- United States 193
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