Internship Program Open at the United Nations
The United Nations (UN) offers a unique internship program designed to provide students and recent graduates with practical experience in international affairs, policy-making, and global development.
The program is an excellent opportunity for young professionals to work in a multicultural environment, gain firsthand exposure to the workings of the UN, and contribute to projects that address global challenges such as climate change, human rights, peace and security, and sustainable development.
Internships are available across various UN agencies, departments, and specialized programs, including the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), and the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON).
These positions allow interns to work alongside experienced professionals, participate in research, policy analysis, and program implementation, and develop valuable skills in communication, project management, and data analysis.
Typically, UN internships are open to candidates who are currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program or have recently completed their studies. While internships are generally unpaid, they provide a platform for career growth, networking, and gaining experience within an international organization.
The duration of an internship varies, usually ranging from two to six months, depending on the needs of the hosting office and the availability of the intern.
Interns at the UN benefit from exposure to high-level discussions, access to extensive resources, and opportunities to engage in meaningful work that contributes to global development. The experience gained can be invaluable for those seeking careers in international relations, diplomacy, environmental sustainability, humanitarian aid, and other related fields.
Intern – Urban Planning
Job ID : 252334
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 7, 2025
Deadline : Feb 21, 2025
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Programme Management Intern
Job ID : 252700
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Feb 7, 2025
Deadline : Feb 20, 2025
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Programme Support
Job ID : 252399
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Feb 7, 2025
Deadline : Feb 21, 2025
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Intern – Project Development
Job ID : 252339
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 3, 2025
Deadline : Feb 17, 2025
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Public Information – Communication
Job ID : 252154
Job Network : Public Information and Conference Management
Job Family : Public Information
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Feb 3, 2025
Deadline : Feb 16, 2025
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Intern – Urban Resilience
Job ID : 252331
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 3, 2025
Deadline : Feb 17, 2025
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Intern – Communications & Design
Job ID : 252335
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 3, 2025
Deadline : Feb 17, 2025
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Intern – Energy and Sustainability
Job ID : 252118
Job Network : Logistics, Transportation and Supply Chain
Job Family : Engineering
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Jan 31, 2025
Deadline : Feb 14, 2025
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Information Systems Intern
Job ID : 251291
Job Network : Information and Telecommunication Technology
Job Family : Information Management Systems and Technology
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Jan 28, 2025
Deadline : Feb 11, 2025
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Intern – Zero Waste
Job ID : 251666
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Jan 27, 2025
Deadline : Feb 10, 2025
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Intern – Data Analyst and Information Management
Job ID : 251908
Job Network :
Job Family :
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Jan 27, 2025
Deadline : Feb 10, 2025
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Information Management/ Knowledge Intern
Job ID : 251894
Job Network : Information and Telecommunication Technology
Job Family : Information Management Systems and Technology
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Jan 27, 2025
Deadline : Feb 11, 2025
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Intern – PROJECT SUPPORT – Shanghai Award publicity and advocacy activities
Job ID : 251452
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Jan 27, 2025
Deadline : Feb 10, 2025
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Great Apes Survival Partnership intern
Job ID : 251737
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Environmental Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Jan 24, 2025
Deadline : Feb 13, 2025
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