United Nations Internship Opportunities – Nairobi, Kenya
The United Nations is offering several internship opportunities in Nairobi for motivated students and recent graduates seeking practical experience in international development, environmental governance, political affairs, and administrative support. These internships provide an opportunity to work with leading UN agencies and contribute to global initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in a multicultural and professional environment.
Below are the current internship opportunities available:
1. Partnership Operations Support Intern
Job ID: 273064
Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Job Description:
The intern will support partnership coordination and operational activities within UNEP. Responsibilities include assisting with administrative tasks related to partnership management, supporting documentation and reporting processes, coordinating meetings and communication with stakeholders, maintaining records and databases, and assisting the team with day-to-day operational support for partnership initiatives.
2. Intern – Political Affairs
Job ID: 273982
Department/Office: Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on the Great Lakes Region
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 26, 2026
Job Description:
The intern will assist in political affairs work related to the Great Lakes Region. Duties include supporting research and analysis on regional political developments, preparing background notes and briefing materials, assisting with documentation for meetings and events, monitoring developments in the region, and providing administrative and logistical support to the office.
3. Intern – Meeting Services
Job ID: 273577
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 24, 2026
Job Description:
The intern will support the coordination and organization of meetings and conferences. Responsibilities include assisting in meeting preparation, coordinating schedules, supporting conference logistics, preparing documentation for sessions, maintaining records of meetings, and assisting the team with administrative tasks related to meeting services.
4. Intern – United Nations 2026 Water Conference
Job ID: 272419
Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 27, 2026
Job Description:
The intern will support communication and public information activities related to the United Nations 2026 Water Conference. Duties include assisting with communication materials, supporting event preparation, monitoring media coverage, helping manage information dissemination, and providing administrative support to the team working on conference activities.
