The UNICEF Internship Program offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain practical work experience while contributing to the mission of UNICEF.
The internship provides participants with hands-on training, professional exposure, and a monthly stipend, while allowing them to support the organization’s global efforts to protect and promote the rights of children.
Internship opportunities are available in different UNICEF offices worldwide, across various departments and operational fields.
Internship Summary
- Host: UNICEF
- Category: Internships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Monthly Allowance | Training | Professional Experience
- Deadline: Varies by Program
- No IELTS Required
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Internship Details
The UNICEF Internship Program provides students and recent graduates with an opportunity to gain direct experience in the work of UNICEF while supporting initiatives that improve the lives of children worldwide.
As the United Nations agency dedicated to children, UNICEF works to protect the rights of every child, particularly those who are most vulnerable and hardest to reach. Through this internship programme, participants are assigned to different departments within UNICEF offices across the globe, where they assist with ongoing projects and programmes.
Interns are given the opportunity to contribute to real organisational tasks while developing professional skills and gaining insight into international development work. The programme also helps participants build valuable experience that can support future careers in humanitarian work, development, and international organisations.
Available internship roles may include:
- Partnership and Knowledge Management Intern
- Internship Recruitment (Two Positions) – supporting Election Advocacy and Child Participation Initiatives
- National Intern: WASH Knowledge Management (KM)
- Social & Community Listening and Data Intern
- Digital Learning Intern
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the UNICEF Internship Program, applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme, or have graduated within the past two years.
- Study fields such as:
- Management
- International Development
- Project Management
- Business Administration
- Social Sciences
- Partnerships
- Fundraising
- Human Resources
- Secretarial Studies
- Demonstrate a strong interest in private sector partnerships.
- Have excellent academic performance, supported by recent academic records.
- Be fluent in English.
- Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is an advantage.
- Have no immediate relatives (father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office and no relatives in the reporting line of authority.
Additional Advantages
The following will strengthen an applicant’s chances:
- Previous internship or work experience in a low- or middle-income country
- Experience working with senior officials or leadership offices
- Skills in project management and fundraising
- A strong commitment to effective management practices
Internship Benefits
Successful applicants for the UNICEF Internship will receive:
- Monthly allowance (stipend)
- Hands-on professional training
- Work experience within an international organisation
- Opportunities to build professional networks and career development
Internship Duration
- The duration of the internship varies depending on the specific program or department.
How to Apply
To apply for the UNICEF Internship Program:
- Visit the official UNICEF internship application page.
- Select the internship opportunity that matches your interests and qualifications.
- Submit your application and required documents online.
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