UNESCO Internship Programme 2025

📖 About UNESCO Internship Programme

An internship with UNESCO offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in the daily working environment of a United Nations specialized agency. Interns work in teams from one of the Programme Sectors or Central Services, either at Headquarters, in Field Offices, or in a Category I Institute.

This programme provides interns with the chance to:

• Contribute meaningfully to the work of UNESCO.
• Develop technical and professional skills in a multicultural environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Interns perform a variety of tasks depending on the team’s needs and specific assignments provided by their supervisors.

📝 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: May 19, 2025
• Application Deadline: December 31, 2025
• Category: Internship
• Sponsor Organization: UNESCO

🛠️ Tasks

Interns may be involved in the following activities:

• Conducting and summarizing research.
• Preparing documents, including substantive and communication materials.
• Collecting, analyzing, and presenting data.
• Assisting in organizing and communicating about events.
• Participating in meetings and workshops with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contributing to the technical work of the team/unit/sector.
• Liaising with colleagues in other United Nations entities.
• Performing tasks required for specific projects.

🎯 Learning Objectives

Interns will have the opportunity to develop skills in various areas and enhance their competencies as outlined in the UNESCO Competency Framework:

• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Innovation
• Results Focus
• Planning and Organizing
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

🧑‍💼 Competencies (Core/Managerial)

• Accountability (C)
• Communication (C)
• Innovation (C)
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement (C)
• Planning and Organizing (C)
• Results Focus (C)
• Teamwork (C)
• Professionalism (C)

🎁 Benefits of the Programme

• Compensation: UNESCO does not provide financial or other compensation for internship assignments.
• Leave: Interns are entitled to 2.5 days of leave per month during their internship.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Age

• Applicants must be at least 20 years old.

Academic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree, PhD, or equivalent).
• Recently graduated (within 12 months) with a Master’s degree or PhD.
• Applicants with only a completed Bachelor’s degree are not eligible.
• For secretarial/assistant or technical/professional assignments:
  • Must be enrolled in a secretarial school or specialized technical/professional institution.
  • Must be in the final year of studies or have graduated within the last 12 months.

Languages

• Excellent command (written and spoken) of English or French.
• A working knowledge of the other language is an asset and may be required for certain assignments.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in computer systems and office-related software.

Team Player

• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to an international working environment.

Communication Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

🔍 Selection and Recruitment Process

• The UNESCO Internship Programme is open year-round.
• Candidates must apply to a vacancy that matches their expertise and domain.
• Successful applicants will remain in the intern talent pool for further assessment by hiring managers.
• Applications are valid for 6 months.
• Selected candidates will be contacted directly by the relevant hiring manager.
• If no update is received within six months, the application is considered unsuccessful.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: December 31, 2025
• To apply, visit the UNESCO Internship Programme Application Portal.

🌐 Application Links

• View Details of UNESCO Internship Programme
• Apply for UNESCO Internship Programme

This internship is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a global organization while contributing to UNESCO's mission. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• Interns are entitled to 2.5 days of leave per month during their internship.
• Experience of the daily working environment of the United Nations specialized agency.
• Opportunity to improve an array of technical and professional skills in a multi-cultural environment.