Background Information

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is calling for applications for its Internship Programme available to student applicants worldwide. Through this program, UNFPA offers a small group of exceptional students the opportunity to gain direct exposure to UNFPA works. Moreover, it aims to combine development-oriented education with practical experience in different aspects of UNFPA work. This is a great chance for young students who aspire to work for a prestigious organization and gain work experience. Interns work under the direction of a staff member at UNFPA.

Internship details

Closing Date: 31 December 2020, 5:00

Awarding organization: UNFPA

Range: Global

Duty station: Multiple

Benefits /Financial Aspects

• The costs arising from an intern’s participation in the program must be covered either by the students themselves or by the nominating organization, which may provide the required financial aid to its students.
• Students will have to assume living expenses and make their own arrangements for housing, travel, and other requirements.
• Besides, applicants must enjoy medical insurance during the internship. Proof of insurance will have to be submitted before the internship commencement.
• Interns do not receive financial remuneration from UNFPA for their work. Still, they may get a stipend to help cover basic daily costs related to the internship while not receiving financial support from any institution or program, e.g., an academic institution, government, foundation, or scholarship program.

Eligibility criteria

• Selection of the candidates for the internship takes place on a competitive basis. The profiles of the interns will match those of the organization’s needs. Therefore, the following qualifications will be taken into consideration:
• Students should be enrolled in an advanced degree program or have graduated within the last 12 months;
  Students must possess written and oral English proficiency; fluency in French, Spanish, or Arabic is an advantage.
• Students should have expressed interest in the area of development; the ability to comply with new environments and work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

How to apply?

Students can apply online.

Apply HERE.

For additional information about UNFPA and its work, you may refer to the United Nations Population Fund’s website.