UNICEF global internships provide students and recent graduates with practical experience through opportunities offered throughout the year. Internships normally last between six and twenty-six weeks and may be full-time or part-time. Interns receive a monthly stipend, while additional travel and visa support may be available.
Quick Overview
Official Name: UNICEF Internship Programme
Category: Global internship opportunities
Target Group: Students and graduates from the past two years
Internship Length: Normally 6–26 weeks
Working Format: Full-time or part-time
Support: Monthly stipend and possible travel and visa contribution
Availability: Opportunities are posted throughout the year
UNICEF Global Internships
The UNICEF Internship Programme is open to candidates from diverse academic backgrounds. It gives interns the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with UNICEF.
The programme includes experiential learning opportunities in the humanitarian sector. This experience can support interns’ academic, professional, and personal development.
What UNICEF Offers
Interns receive:
✓ A monthly stipend
✓ Direct practical work experience
✓ Experiential learning opportunities in the humanitarian sector
✓ Relevant visa-supporting documents when required
In addition, UNICEF may grant a one-time lump sum as a contribution towards travel and visa expenses. This support depends on the availability of funding.
Who Can Apply?
Candidates must:
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be studying in an undergraduate, graduate, or PhD programme, or have completed their studies within the past two years.
• Be proficient in English, French, or Spanish.
• Meet any additional language requirements stated by the relevant office.
• Have no immediate relatives working with UNICEF.
• Have no relatives in their reporting line of authority.
• Show strong academic performance and motivation.
UNICEF also gives additional consideration to professional experience relevant to the selected function.
Internship Duration and Schedule
A UNICEF internship normally runs for a period of six to twenty-six weeks. Opportunities may be structured as full-time or part-time roles.
Candidates should review the individual vacancy before applying because each internship opportunity includes its own requirements.
Application Process
UNICEF posts internship opportunities throughout the year. Applicants should search the current vacancies page and select an internship that matches their profile.
To apply:
• Review the selected vacancy requirements.
• Adapt your profile to show your suitability for the position.
• Click “Apply Now” on the vacancy page.
• Complete the application according to the instructions provided.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the high number of applications.
