Internship Opportunities at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) offers a variety of internship opportunities for students and recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in an international and multicultural environment. As the UN’s headquarters in Africa, UNON provides administrative and support services to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), and other UN entities based in Nairobi. Internships at UNON allow individuals to contribute to global development efforts while gaining valuable professional exposure.
Internships at UNON typically last for three to six months and are open to candidates pursuing a degree or having recently completed one in relevant fields such as international relations, environmental studies, business administration, finance, communications, information technology, and human resources. Interns work alongside experienced professionals, participating in projects that align with the UN’s mission to promote peace, security, and sustainable development.
Interns at UNON gain practical experience in UN operations, policy-making, and project implementation. They are exposed to a dynamic work environment where they can enhance their skills in research, data analysis, report writing, and administrative support. Additionally, the internship provides networking opportunities with professionals from diverse backgrounds, fostering career growth and global engagement.
While UNON internships are unpaid, they offer invaluable experience for those looking to build a career in international organizations, public service, or sustainable development. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the UN Careers portal to explore available internship positions and application requirements.
Intern – Meeting Services
Job ID : 253462
Job Network : Political, Peace and Humanitarian
Job Family : Political Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
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Intern – Communication and Graphic Design
Job ID : 253467
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Job Family :
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
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Intern – POLICY AND STRATEGY
Job ID : 253737
Job Network :
Job Family : HST
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
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Intern – Information Management
Job ID : 253583
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Job Family :
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
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Intern – National Urban Policy Intern
Job ID : 253342
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 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
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Intern – Information Technology & Communication
Job ID : 253278
Job Network :
Job Family :
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
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Intern – Capacity Building and Sustainable Urban Development
Job ID : 252405
Job Network :
Job Family : HST
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
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Intern – Geospatial Data Analysis
Job ID : 253475
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Statistics
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
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One Health Intern
Job ID : 252546
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 : Feb 19, 2025
Deadline : Mar 11, 2025
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INTERN – POLITICAL AFFAIRS
Job ID : 253684
Job Network : Political, Peace and Humanitarian
Job Family : Political Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : Office Of The Special Envoy Of The Secretary-General On The Great Lakes Region
Date Posted : Feb 19, 2025
Deadline : Mar 9, 2025
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Intern – Administrative & Finance
Job ID : 253182
Job Network : Management and Administration
Job Family : Administration
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 18, 2025
Deadline : Mar 4, 2025
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Project Management Intern
Job ID : 253517
Job Network : Management and Administration
Job Family : Administration
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Date Posted : Feb 17, 2025
Deadline : Mar 2, 2025
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Intern – Human Rights and Gender Mainstreaming
Job ID : 253169
Job Network : Political, Peace and Humanitarian
Job Family : Human Rights Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 13, 2025
Deadline : Feb 27, 2025
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Intern – Urban Law and Governance
Job ID : 253176
Job Network : Legal
Job Family : Legal Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 13, 2025
Deadline : Feb 27, 2025
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INTERN – Intergovernmental Affairs and Meetings Support
Job ID : 253009
Job Network : Public Information and Conference Management
Job Family : Conference Services
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Feb 12, 2025
Deadline : Feb 25, 2025
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