United Nations Internship Opportunities – Nairobi, Kenya
The United Nations offers exciting internship opportunities for motivated individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in international development, infrastructure management, and youth empowerment. These roles provide a unique chance to work in a global environment and contribute to the UN’s mission of promoting sustainable development, peace, and innovation.
1. Children and Youth Development Intern
Job ID: 265461
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Posting Date: October 10, 2025
Deadline: October 24, 2025
Job Description
The intern will support the Children and Youth Branch in promoting youth inclusion and empowerment in sustainable urban development initiatives. Responsibilities include assisting in the design and coordination of youth-focused projects, conducting research on youth issues, preparing reports and communication materials, supporting partnership-building efforts with youth networks, and providing logistical support for events and training sessions. This internship provides a platform to contribute to UN-Habitat’s goal of creating inclusive, resilient cities for all.
2. Intern – Infrastructure App Developer
Job ID: 264659
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Department/Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Posting Date: September 23, 2025
Deadline: October 14, 2025
Job Description
The Infrastructure App Developer Intern will assist in developing, testing, and deploying digital applications that enhance the efficiency of UNON’s infrastructure systems. Key duties include supporting software development projects, integrating system data for process improvement, and assisting in user interface design and testing. The intern will also help document system workflows and provide technical support for application deployment within the organization.
3. Intern – Infrastructure, Network Operations Centre (NOC)
Job ID: 264651
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Department/Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Posting Date: September 22, 2025
Deadline: October 13, 2025
Job Description
The NOC Intern will support the Network Operations Centre in maintaining the UNON’s IT network infrastructure. Key tasks include monitoring network performance, assisting in troubleshooting connectivity issues, supporting system upgrades, and maintaining documentation for network systems. The intern will gain practical experience in network management, cybersecurity awareness, and IT service delivery in an international setting.
