UNITED NATIONS HUMAN SETTLEMENTS PROGRAMME (UN-HABITAT)
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
INTERN – SUSTAINABLE ENERGY IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) works to promote socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements and adequate shelter for all. As part of its commitment to advancing sustainable urban development, UN-Habitat supports initiatives that integrate energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable practices within the built environment to reduce emissions and improve urban resilience.
UN-Habitat is inviting applications for an Intern – Sustainable Energy in Built Environment position based in Nairobi. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in sustainable energy and urban development within a global UN agency.
Job Information
- Job Opening ID: 270636
- Job Family: Engineering
- Category and Level: Internship, I-1
- Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
- Work Location: In-person, Nairobi, Kenya
- Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
- Date Posted: 27 January 2026
- Application Deadline: 2 February 2026
Expected Duration
The internship is for a fixed period, with the duration determined in accordance with UN-Habitat internship policies and operational requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a designated officer, the Intern will support activities related to sustainable energy solutions in the built environment. Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Supporting research and analysis on sustainable energy use, energy efficiency, and low-carbon solutions within the built environment.
- Assisting in the preparation of technical documents, concept notes, briefs, presentations, and reports related to sustainable energy initiatives.
- Supporting data collection, compilation, and basic analysis for projects focusing on energy and buildings.
- Assisting in the coordination of meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements related to sustainable energy and urban development.
- Supporting monitoring and documentation of project activities and progress.
- Contributing to knowledge management activities, including organizing technical information and maintaining project records.
- Assisting with communication and outreach activities related to sustainable energy programmes.
- Collaborating with team members across UN-Habitat units to support integrated programme delivery.
- Performing any other duties as assigned in support of departmental objectives.
Qualifications / Special Skills
Not specified.
Languages
Not specified.
Additional Information
- This internship is based in Nairobi, Kenya and requires in-person attendance.
- The internship is unpaid, in line with United Nations internship policies.
- Interns are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
- The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment or application process.
Intern-Specific Information
This internship offers hands-on exposure to sustainable energy and engineering-related work within the context of urban development. Interns will gain practical experience while contributing to initiatives that promote energy-efficient, low-emission, and sustainable built environments.
