Verified Opportunity

United Nations Internship Programme

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Overview

Opportunity Overview

A rolling internship programme across United Nations Secretariat offices worldwide, offering students and recent graduates hands-on experience in diplomacy, international relations, public policy, and global affairs. Internships are unpaid at the UN Secretariat level, though some individual UN agencies, funds, and programmes (such as UNDP) may offer a stipend depending on location u2014 always confirm with the specific office you apply to.

Classification

Opportunity Details

Opportunity / Program Type

Country

Education Level

Field of Study

Funding Type

Verification & Key Dates

Verification Date

July 14, 2026

Deadline

July 14, 2026

Source Organization

United Nations Secretariat

Official Application Link

https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=ip

Eligibility

- Enrolled in, or within one year of graduating from, a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. programme (specific requirement varies slightly by UN office u2014 some require final-year Bachelor's or graduate-level enrollment)
- Strong command of English or French (additional UN languages are an asset for some postings)
- NOT the child or sibling of a UN Secretariat staff member
- Able to commit to the internship duration (typically 2u20136 months, office-dependent)

Benefits

- Direct, hands-on experience within the United Nations system
- Exposure to high-level meetings, conferences, and policy work
- Possible academic credit, depending on your university's own policy
- Note: UN Secretariat internships are unpaid u2014 interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and medical insurance costs. Some individual UN agencies (e.g. UNDP) offer a location-dependent stipend; this is the exception, not the rule, and must be confirmed with the specific office.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Create a profile on the official UN careers portal (careers.un.org) or the relevant agency's own recruitment system
2. Search current internship postings under the 'Internship' category
3. Apply directly to specific postings that match your background and interest
4. Applications are pre-screened and shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the hiring office
5. No fee is ever required at any stage

Documents

Required Documents

A completed online application/profile on the UN careers portal, including education history and language proficiency. Specific postings may request a cover letter or Personal History Profile (PHP) u2014 check the individual job opening for exact requirements.

Important Notes

The United Nations explicitly warns that it never charges a fee at any stage of recruitment u2014 application, interview, processing, or training. Be highly suspicious of anyone asking for payment claiming to represent the UN. Interns must fund their own travel, visa, accommodation, and health insurance. Completing an internship does not guarantee or lead to future UN employment.

FAQ

Common Questions

Is this opportunity guaranteed?

No \u2014 verification confirms the opportunity is real and current, not that any application will be accepted.

How current is this listing?

Check the Verification Date above \u2014 listings are reviewed periodically and marked Expired or Closed when no longer valid.

Can Bang Ti Lenydoor help me apply?

Yes \u2014 contact an advisor for application guidance specific to this opportunity type.

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July 14, 2026