Overview

The UNDP Internship Program offers students and recent graduates a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in global development and learn about UNDP’s initiatives related to poverty eradication and sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities

Conducting research
Writing documents
Cataloguing information and organizing forums or collaborative events
Assisting in the organization of conferences
Publishing knowledge stories/best practices

Requirements

Applicants must be from any country.
Should be enrolled in a graduate program, have a second university degree, or be in the final year of their first university degree.
Fluency in at least one of UNDP’s working languages: French, English, or Spanish.
Knowledge of additional languages (Arabic, Portuguese, Russian, etc.) is a plus.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
Able to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Monthly stipend to cover internship-related costs (varies by duty station).
Potential future assignments within the UNDP or the UN system.
Financial aid may be available from nominating institutions or government.

Location

Internships available in UNDP Country Offices, Regional Hubs, or Headquarters in New York.

How to Apply

Apply via the UNDP website.
Internship opportunities are listed in the UNDP Job Section.
Select an area of interest and click “Apply.”
Adhere to the specific deadlines for each internship program.
Register separately for each internship program if applying to multiple positions.