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United Nations Internship Opportunities – Nairobi, Kenya
Are you passionate about international development, environmental affairs, or urban sustainability? The United Nations is offering multiple internship opportunities in Nairobi for talented and motivated individuals seeking to gain hands-on experience in global programmes and operations. Explore the available positions below:
1. Coordination Support Intern – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 265259 | Duty Station: Nairobi | Deadline: Nov 5, 2025
Join the UN-Habitat team to support coordination activities, assist in organizing meetings, and help manage programme documentation. You will contribute to ensuring effective collaboration across departments and stakeholders in sustainable urban development initiatives.
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2. Communication Programme Support Intern – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 266037 | Duty Station: Nairobi | Deadline: Nov 5, 2025
Support the Communication and Outreach Unit in content creation, media engagement, and digital communication. The intern will help enhance the visibility of UN-Habitat’s initiatives through storytelling, social media, and outreach campaigns.
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3. Programme Management Intern – Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
Job ID: 266034 | Duty Station: Nairobi | Deadline: Nov 4, 2025
Work with the Resident Coordinator System to assist in implementing PSEA strategies, organizing trainings, and supporting coordination mechanisms. The role strengthens protection measures and ethical accountability within UN operations.
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4. Project/Programme Intern – Jowhar Offstream Storage Programme (JOSP), Somalia – UNEP
Job ID: 266119 | Duty Station: Nairobi | Deadline: Nov 4, 2025
Contribute to UNEP’s environmental management work under the JOSP initiative for Somalia. The intern will assist with data analysis, project coordination, and environmental reporting to support sustainable natural resource use.
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5. Administration and HR Intern – UNON
Job ID: 265354 | Duty Station: Nairobi | Deadline: Oct 29, 2025
Support the UN Office at Nairobi in administrative and human resources functions including recruitment, onboarding, and record management. Gain valuable insights into HR and operational processes within the UN system.
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6. Children and Youth Development Intern – UN-Habitat
Job ID: 265461 | Duty Station: Nairobi | Deadline: Oct 24, 2025
Assist in implementing youth-focused programmes, research, and events that empower young people in urban development. The intern will engage in planning, reporting, and partnership coordination activities.
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How to Apply
Coordination Support Intern
Job ID : 265259
Job Network :
Job Family : HST
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Oct 22, 2025
Deadline : Nov 5, 2025
Communication Programme Support Intern
Job ID : 266037
Job Network :
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Oct 22, 2025
Deadline : Nov 5, 2025
Programme Management Intern – Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
Job ID : 266034
Job Network :
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : Resident Coordinator System
Date Posted : Oct 21, 2025
Deadline : Nov 4, 2025
Project/Programme Intern – Jowhar Offstream Storage Programme (JOSP), Somalia
Job ID : 266119
Job Network :
Job Family : Environmental Affairs
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Oct 21, 2025
Deadline : Nov 4, 2025
Administration and HR Internship
Job ID : 265354
Job Network :
Job Family : Administration
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Office at Nairobi
Date Posted : Oct 15, 2025
Deadline : Oct 29, 2025
Children and Youth Development Intern
Job ID : 265461
Job Network :
Job Family : Programme Management
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Oct 10, 2025
Deadline : Oct 24, 2025
