Junior Fellows Internship 2026

📖 About the Internship

The Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector is designed to provide a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding experience for graduate-level students and young professionals. Successful candidates will contribute to the work of the Office of the Rector, the United Nations University, and the UN system as a whole.

This programme offers opportunities for:

• Development of new skills and knowledge.
• Practical application of capacities acquired through graduate studies.

📅 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: October 11, 2025
• Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
• Category: Postgraduate, Masters, PhD, Internship
• Opportunity Location: Japan

🎁 Benefits of the Internship

The programme covers:

• Monthly stipend to cover living costs.
• Transport to/from the UNU headquarters in Shibuya.
• Office space for work.
• Free access to the library and gym.
• 1.5 days of leave per month.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the internship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Open to all nationalities.
• Pursuing or completing postgraduate studies (Master’s/Doctoral) in a relevant field.
• Under 32 years old at the time of application.
• Maximum 5 years of related work experience.
• Native/fluent English (written & spoken).
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse people.
• Resourceful and creative problem-solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office proficiency, Excel preferred).
• Interest in the UN and UNU’s work.

📝 Application Process

• Visit the official application website to apply:
  United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Application Portal

⏳ Application Deadline

• Deadline: October 31, 2025

📧 Contact Information

For further details, visit the official portal:
United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship

This internship is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience while contributing to the impactful work of the United Nations University. Apply now to be part of this prestigious programme!

• Monthly Stipend to Cover Living Costs
• Transport to/from the UNU headquarters in Shibuya.
• Office Space
• Free Access to the library and gym.
• 1.5 days of leave per month.