The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) are pleased to announce multiple internship opportunities for motivated individuals seeking to gain practical experience in a dynamic, international environment. These internships are designed to provide exposure to the day-to-day operations of the United Nations, foster professional growth, and contribute to meaningful projects in the fields of technology, human resources, communications, project management, finance, and sustainable urban development.
Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to diverse projects, and benefit from an invaluable opportunity to learn how the United Nations operates at the global, regional, and local levels. This is an exciting chance to be part of a multicultural team and support the UN’s mission of promoting peace, human rights, and sustainable development.
Below are the available internship positions in Nairobi:
1. Intern – Infrastructure App Developer
Job ID: 264659
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Date Posted: September 23, 2025
Deadline: October 14, 2025
Job Description:
The Intern – Infrastructure App Developer will support the design, development, and deployment of applications that enhance the efficiency of UNON’s infrastructure services. Working closely with the ICT team, the intern will:
- Assist in developing web and mobile applications to streamline infrastructure-related workflows.
- Participate in testing, debugging, and improving application performance.
- Support the integration of innovative tools into existing systems.
- Contribute to documentation of systems, user guides, and training materials.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
This role provides hands-on experience in application development within a large-scale international organization.
2. Intern – Infrastructure – Network Operations Centre (NOC)
Job ID: 264651
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Date Posted: September 22, 2025
Deadline: October 13, 2025
Job Description:
The Intern – NOC will join the Network Operations Centre team, which manages the UNON ICT infrastructure. The intern will:
- Monitor and report on the performance of network systems.
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving network incidents.
- Support system upgrades, security monitoring, and configuration management.
- Document processes, incidents, and solutions for knowledge sharing.
- Contribute to service improvement initiatives and operational efficiency.
This opportunity offers valuable insight into managing and supporting critical network infrastructure at a global level.
3. Human Resource Intern
Job ID: 264524
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Job Family: Human Resources
Date Posted: September 22, 2025
Deadline: September 28, 2025
Job Description:
The Human Resource Intern will provide support to UNON’s HR team in various aspects of human resource management. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with recruitment and selection processes, including the preparation of job postings.
- Supporting onboarding activities and maintaining personnel records.
- Helping with HR data management and preparation of reports.
- Assisting in organizing staff training and capacity-building activities.
- Providing general administrative support to HR officers.
This internship offers exposure to human resources practices in a multicultural and international environment.
4. Intern – Communication and Graphic Design
Job ID: 264313
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Job Family: HST
Date Posted: September 19, 2025
Deadline: October 3, 2025
Job Description:
The Communication and Graphic Design Intern will assist the UN-Habitat communications team in producing engaging visual content. Duties will include:
- Supporting the design and layout of reports, publications, and promotional materials.
- Creating infographics, digital assets, and templates for internal and external use.
- Assisting in the management of digital media and branding materials.
- Collaborating with colleagues to enhance the visual identity of UN-Habitat projects.
- Contributing to multimedia campaigns, including social media and web content.
This role provides an opportunity to develop creative design skills while contributing to impactful global communication campaigns.
5. Intern – Project Management
Job ID: 264148
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Job Family: Administration
Date Posted: September 12, 2025
Deadline: September 26, 2025
Job Description:
The Project Management Intern will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of UN-Habitat projects. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with project planning, monitoring, and reporting activities.
- Supporting the preparation of project documentation and presentations.
- Coordinating with project teams to ensure timely delivery of outputs.
- Assisting in stakeholder engagement and project communications.
- Contributing to knowledge management by documenting best practices and lessons learned.
This internship offers hands-on experience in managing international projects aimed at sustainable urban development.
6. Intern – Finance Assistant
Job ID: 263456
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Job Family: Finance
Date Posted: September 12, 2025
Deadline: September 26, 2025
Job Description:
The Finance Assistant Intern will join the UN-Habitat finance team to support financial management processes. Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with data entry and reconciliation of financial records.
- Supporting budget monitoring and expenditure tracking.
- Helping prepare financial statements and reports.
- Assisting with invoice processing and vendor payments.
- Providing administrative support to the finance team.
This internship provides exposure to UN financial systems and practices, offering valuable insights into international financial management.
7. Intern – Urban Energy
Job ID: 264144
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Job Family: Programme Management
Date Posted: September 12, 2025
Deadline: September 26, 2025
Job Description:
The Intern – Urban Energy will support UN-Habitat’s work on sustainable energy solutions for cities. The intern will:
- Assist in research and data analysis related to urban energy systems.
- Support the development of project proposals and technical reports.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing materials and policy briefs.
- Participate in workshops, meetings, and outreach activities on sustainable energy.
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating ongoing urban energy initiatives.
This internship offers an opportunity to contribute to global efforts in advancing sustainable and inclusive energy solutions.
