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• Intern – Governance and Rule of Law (National Applicants Only)

  United Nations Development Programme · 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

  This internship offers graduate-level students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in UNDP's governance, rule of law, and democratic institutions work within the Regional Service Centre for Africa (RSCA) in Addis Ababa. Interns will support regional initiatives focused on strengthening democratic governance, access to justice, human rights, and electoral support across Africa. Key duties include assisting with communication materials, research on development issues, data collection, literature reviews, event documentation, and organizing technical workshops. The role provides exposure to UNDP's mandate and values while contributing to people-centered governance programming that supports the Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2063. Interns will work under the supervision of the Regional Governance and Rule of Law Advisor and collaborate with diverse teams on policy and programming related to peacebuilding and institutional strengthening.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Environmental Junior Analyst

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks three unpaid interns for a 3-6 month period to support the Science-Policy Unit in its Latin America and Caribbean Office in Panama City and Southern Cone Office in Montevideo, Uruguay. Interns will assist with research, data management, coordination of regional environmental information networks, and support for the biennial workplan of the Science-Policy Subprogramme. Tasks include supporting SDG indicator monitoring, updating regional data platforms, conducting secondary data research, preparing communications materials, and organizing meetings. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in environmental data management and statistics, excellent written and oral communication in English and Spanish, and familiarity with GIS and data visualization tools. No prior professional experience is required, but candidates must be enrolled in a relevant academic program or have completed a degree in fields such as Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Environmental Science, or related disciplines.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 24, 2026

• Economic Affairs Intern

  Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand

  An Economic Affairs Intern will support the Section on Sustainable Development and Countries in Special Situations within the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP). The intern will assist with data collection, compilation, and analysis for the Asia-Pacific SDG Partnership Report and related capacity development initiatives. Responsibilities include conducting background research, developing analytical knowledge products, providing logistical support for meetings and events, updating websites with relevant materials, and supporting day-to-day team activities. The internship is unpaid and full-time, lasting 4-6 months in Bangkok. The role requires strong research and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a dynamic team environment.

  I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jul 04, 2026

• Intern - Human Rights, I

  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva is offering an unpaid internship in the Media Outreach & Spokesperson's Office (MOSO) within the Executive Direction Management (EDM). The intern will support OHCHR's mission to protect human rights for all people, assist in empowering individuals to realize their rights, and help ensure implementation of human rights by those responsible. Responsibilities include media monitoring, compiling daily clippings, preparing materials for press conferences and briefings, assisting with events, researching content for media platforms, and supporting speech preparation. The internship is full-time, lasting 3-6 months, and requires enrollment in a final academic year of a first-level university degree program or graduate school program, preferably in law, communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, political science, social sciences, or related fields. No professional experience is required.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jul 18, 2026

• UN Women: Evaluation and Research Intern for Asia and the Pacific, Bangkok, Thailand

  UN Women · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand

  UN Women seeks an Evaluation and Research Intern for Asia and the Pacific based in Bangkok to support the Independent Evaluation Service (IES) in conducting gender-responsive evaluations. The intern will assist with data collection, background research, document management, stakeholder analysis, and evaluation reporting. Responsibilities include supporting ongoing and upcoming evaluations, updating knowledge management systems, and contributing to capacity-building initiatives. The role offers exposure to UN Women's evaluation work, including country portfolio evaluations and regional thematic assessments, with opportunities to learn about gender equality programming and UN system operations. The internship provides hands-on experience in monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management, and stakeholder engagement in an international environment.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026

• Digital Marketing Intern

  UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇩🇰 Copenhagen (HQ), Denmark

  This is a digital marketing internship opportunity with UNHCR's Supporter Engagement Section within the Department of External Relations. The intern will gain hands-on experience in digital fundraising and marketing, supporting tasks such as donor mailbox management, Salesforce CRM data maintenance, email marketing platform management (Selligent), digital analytics and reporting, paid media management (Google Ads, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn), and creative asset creation. The role involves assisting with donor experience, retention, and acquisition strategies, A/B testing, and supporting digital communications initiatives. The position is based at UN City in Copenhagen, Denmark, with potential for remote/hybrid work depending on circumstances.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 18, 2026

• 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.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 18, 2026

• Intern - Programme Management

  Office of Internal Oversight Services · Entebbe

  The Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) seeks an intern to support its Inspection and Evaluation Division (IED) in Entebbe, Uganda. The intern will assist with ongoing inspection and evaluation projects, including MINUSCA Electoral Affairs Service, Quick Impact Projects (QIPs) in peacekeeping missions, and thematic evaluations on digital transformation in peacekeeping. Responsibilities include data collection, analysis, background research, document organization, survey programming, statistical and geospatial analysis, database development, data visualization using tools like Power BI, and supporting evaluation product reviews. The role requires strong research and analytical skills, proficiency in data analysis software, and familiarity with UN operations. The internship offers practical experience in a multicultural intergovernmental environment and provides exposure to UN evaluation processes.

  I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 14, 2026

• Internship with G20 Global Initiative

  Convention to Combat Desertification · 🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

  The UNCCD is seeking interns for a remote internship with the G20 Global Initiative on Reducing Land Degradation and Enhancing Conservation of Terrestrial Habitats. The initiative aims to achieve a 50% reduction in degraded land by 2040 through capacity building, private sector engagement, and civil society involvement. Interns will support implementation activities including graphic design, research on land restoration efforts, social media monitoring, and awareness-raising activities. The role requires proficiency in Adobe software for video editing and creating fliers, research and report writing skills, and strong communication abilities in English. The internship is unpaid and remote, lasting 3-6 months.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 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

• EUROBATS Public Information intern

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

  This is an unpaid internship opportunity within the EUROBATS Secretariat at the United Nations Environment Programme in Bonn, Germany. The internship supports communication and outreach activities, meeting preparation, document management, and campaign-related work, including the International Bat Night campaign. Duties include assisting with social media management, drafting content for websites and newsletters, supporting event coordination, preparing official documents, and maintaining databases. The position requires a commitment of six months from July 1 to December 31, 2026, with the possibility of remote work on an exceptional basis. The role is ideal for students in final academic years of bachelor's, master's, or doctoral programs, or recent graduates with a degree in communications, media studies, public relations, journalism, or related fields.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Communications Intern

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Communications Intern to support the Ozone Secretariat in Nairobi. The intern will work under the supervision of the Communications and Public Information Officer, gaining hands-on experience in global communication campaigns, meeting coverage, and outreach efforts related to the ozone treaties. Key responsibilities include supporting in-house meeting coverage for annual meetings, developing communication campaigns for World Ozone Day and the Kigali Amendment, and assisting with logistical and branding support for meetings including the Meeting of the Parties. The internship offers an opportunity to deepen understanding of environmental diplomacy and communication strategies within a global multilateral framework.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Evaluation Support Intern

  Resident Coordinator System · 🇰🇬 Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

  The United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office in Kyrgyzstan is offering an unpaid internship opportunity in evaluation support. The internship supports the independent evaluation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023–2027, jointly conducted with the Peacebuilding Fund. The intern will assist in organizing meetings, managing documentation, supporting data analysis, engaging stakeholders, and providing administrative support throughout the evaluation process. The role requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience in research or evaluation activities being desirable. The internship is full-time, in-person, and expected to last 6 months starting 15 June 2026.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Behavioral Science Intern

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a Behavioral Science Intern to support the implementation of the Community of Practice (CoP) on Behavioural Science (BeSci) work plan. Under the supervision of the Programme Management Officer in the Evidence and Synthesis section (ESS), the intern will assist in drafting analyses of the impact and benefits of BeSci for UNEP's work, map existing projects and best practices, populate the TEAMS channel with relevant materials, organize CoP meetings, support events and webinars, and draft communication materials. The internship is based in Nairobi with a duration of 6 months. The role requires a strong academic background in Behavioral Science, Business Psychology, or a related field, and proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams. Fluency in English is required, with French being a working language.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Intern – Data and Information Management

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

  The United Nations Environment Programme's Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) Office in Abu Dhabi is offering an unpaid internship in Data and Information Management. The intern will support the implementation of CMS instruments related to dugongs and raptors, focusing on data management, analysis, and knowledge systems. Responsibilities include compiling and organizing datasets, supporting data visualization and reporting, managing internal knowledge platforms, and assisting with information-sharing practices. The role requires proficiency in digital tools and data handling software, with a keen interest in international environmental cooperation and UN work. The internship duration is 3-6 months in Abu Dhabi.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• Intern - Programme Management Intern

  Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific · 🇨🇳 Beijing, China

  The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is seeking an unpaid Programme Management Intern to support the Centre for Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization (CSAM) based in Beijing, China. The internship offers a duration of 2-3 months, extendable up to six months, and requires full-time commitment (37.5 hours per week). The intern will work under the supervision of a staff member and assist with ongoing projects, social media outreach, administrative tasks, presentation development, and data consolidation. The role is ideal for a graduate student or final-year undergraduate with strong organizational and communication skills. The position requires fluency in English, with French being a working language of the UN Secretariat. The internship is unpaid, and the candidate is responsible for all travel, visa, and living expenses.

  I-1 Regional Commission Closes Jul 09, 2026

• Re-advertise: Maternal Health Intern

  United Nations Population Fund · 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand

  The Maternal Health Intern will support the implementation of UNFPA's Strategic Plan 2026-2030 and the goal of ending preventable maternal deaths by 2030. Under the supervision of the SRHR Regional Advisor in UNFPA Asia-Pacific Regional Office, the intern will assist with key activities including a literature review on perinatal mental health in ASEAN countries, conducting interviews, analyzing data, and drafting a peer-reviewed publication. The role also involves supporting collaboration between maternal health and gender portfolios to enhance strategic communication. The intern will gain experience in UNFPA's technical work, programme design, and multicultural team environments. The position requires a postgraduate or final-year undergraduate student with a background in public health, medicine, midwifery, health sciences, or related fields, and fluency in English.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 12, 2026

• Intern - Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM)

  International Organization for Migration · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Intern will support the implementation of a project aimed at strengthening the capacities of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) and local CCCM Cluster partners on inclusive approaches in displacement sites. Responsibilities include assisting in the development of guidance and training materials, supporting liaison with countries and organizations, monitoring project activities including microgrants, logistical arrangements for regional training, reporting to donors, and developing communication materials. The role involves working under supervision of the Project Manager and CCCM/Protection Officer, contributing to disability inclusion initiatives in humanitarian settings, and supporting coordination with UN agencies, NGOs, and OPDs. The internship offers learning opportunities in disability inclusion, humanitarian coordination, and project management within a multicultural UN environment.

  Related Organization Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Information Management Intern

  UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇷🇴 Bucharest, Romania

  The UNHCR Information Management Intern will support the Information Management Unit in Bucharest, Romania, with organizing a DataThon event that uses refugee-related data to produce actionable insights and evidence-based narratives. The intern will assist in planning, coordination, administrative management, partner identification, communication, and drafting promotional materials for the hybrid event involving up to 40 participants including students, researchers, and practitioners. The role requires in-person work in Bucharest and offers a full-time internship with a monthly allowance of approximately 3,273.21 RON. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate or current student with at least two years of undergraduate studies in a relevant field, fluent in Romanian and English at B2 level, and possessing strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

  Fund/Programme Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Intern

  Department of Economic and Social Affairs · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  This internship is with the Division for Inclusive Social Development (DISD) in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) at the UN Headquarters. The intern will support the Indigenous Peoples Development Branch - Secretariat of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (IPDB-SPFII). Key responsibilities include contributing to the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples event, preparing inputs for Expert Group Meetings, developing key messages for social media, and updating website content on Indigenous Peoples. The role requires a student in their final year of a first university degree (bachelor's or equivalent), Master's, or Ph.D. program, or someone who has completed such a program. A field of study closely related to social development, indigenous issues, or related areas is required.

  I-1 Secretariat Closes Jun 15, 2026

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