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UNICEF Internship Programme for Students and Recent Graduates
Updated 22 October 2026
UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund, offers paid internships for students and recent graduates in its offices around the world. Interns work on real projects in areas such as education, health, child protection, communications, data, finance and innovation.
No single deadline: UNICEF posts internships throughout the year. Each vacancy has its own closing date, so check the jobs site regularly.
What you get
- A monthly stipend towards your living costs (paid by UNICEF or a partner institution)
- A possible one-time payment for travel and visa costs, when funding is available
- Hands-on experience with a UN agency and a strong addition to your CV
- Full-time or part-time options; some internships can be done remotely
Duration: usually 6 to 26 weeks.
Who can apply
- At least 18 years old
- Enrolled in an undergraduate, master's or PhD programme, or graduated within the last two years
- Proficient in at least one of UNICEF's working languages: English, French or Spanish (some offices also need the local working language)
- No relatives working in UNICEF in your reporting line
- All nationalities can apply
How to apply
- Go to the UNICEF vacancies site (jobs.unicef.org) and filter for internships.
- Read each vacancy carefully. Requirements and deadlines differ by office and role.
- Tailor your profile and CV to the specific internship.
- Click Apply Now before the vacancy's deadline.
- Only shortlisted candidates are contacted. Don't email UNICEF to ask for an interview.
Tips
- Apply to internships that match your field of study.
- Check the vacancies site every week. New internships appear all the time.
- Beware of scams: UNICEF never charges fees to apply.
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