The UNICEF Internship Program provides students and recent graduates with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in UNICEF’s global work. Internship placements are available in various locations around the world.
Interns receive regular stipends and hands-on training, equipping them to contribute to UNICEF’s mission and objectives. As the United Nations agency dedicated to children’s rights, UNICEF works to protect and uplift the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children. Interns are assigned to different departments and operational fields across UNICEF’s offices.
The program seeks highly organized, creative, and dynamic interns to participate in various opportunities, including:
- Office of the Director, Division of Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP)
- Geospatial Risk Analysis Intern
- Junior Human Resources Support (Outreach) (UNICEF-sponsored)
- Multimedia Content Creation Internship
Eligibility Requirements:
To qualify for the UNICEF Internship Program, candidates must:
- Be enrolled in or have recently graduated (within the past two years) from a graduate or undergraduate degree program in fields such as management, international development, project management, business administration, social sciences, partnerships, fundraising, human resources, or secretarial studies.
- Show a strong interest in private-sector partnerships.
- Prior internship or work experience in low- or middle-income countries is beneficial. Experience working with a senior official’s office is highly valued.
- Possess experience in project management or fundraising (both considered assets).
- Demonstrate a keen interest in excellence in management practices.
- Be fluent in English. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is a significant advantage.
- Have no immediate family members (e.g., parents or siblings) working at any UNICEF office or reporting in the same line of authority.
- Maintain excellent academic performance, as shown by recent university or institutional records.
Benefits:
The internship is paid and includes the following benefits:
- Training opportunities
- Employment possibilities
- Monthly stipends
- Internship duration depending on the selected program
Deadline: Varies by program.
