UNICEF Career Internship, fully funded program around the world

UNICEF, the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund, stands as a global champion for children's rights and well-being. Committed to ensuring every child's right to health, education, and protection, UNICEF works tirelessly to provide life-saving assistance to children in need worldwide. By fostering innovative solutions and partnerships, UNICEF empowers young minds, offering them a brighter future and the opportunity to thrive. UNICEF invite everyone in building a world where every child, regardless of circumstance, can grow up healthy, educated, and protected. "Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of future generations".

The UNICEF Internship Programme is a transformative opportunity for students and recent graduates across various academic disciplines. By providing hands-on experience through global internship opportunities, UNICEF opens doors for young talents to actively contribute to its mission. This program offers a unique chance to work alongside dedicated professionals, gaining valuable insights into the challenges faced by children worldwide. It's not just an internship; it's a chance to make a meaningful difference and be a part of a global movement dedicated to the well-being of every child. Elevate your career, broaden your horizons, and join UNICEF in shaping a more equitable and promising future for children everywhere.

Embarking on an internship with UNICEF offers a unique journey into the heart of the humanitarian sector. As an intern, you'll gain invaluable experiential learning opportunities that transcend the conventional internship experience. This immersive program is crafted to not only bolster your academic and professional growth but also foster personal development. At UNICEF, everyone believe in nurturing the next generation of change-makers, and the internships provide the perfect platform to make a real impact while honing skills.

Join UNICEF for a transformative experience that goes beyond the ordinary, leaving you inspired and prepared for a future of purposeful contributions.

Program Details

  • Scholarship type: Fully fund
  • Program duration: 6 to 26 week
  • Host Institution: Different location worldwide
  • Deadline: Varies on candidate's choice of vacancies application

Available internship field

At UNICEF, the possibilities for field exploration are boundless, with a diverse selection of vacancies catering to a variety of interests and aspirations, such as:

  • External Relations (Communication, Fund Raising, Partnerships...)
  • Management
  • Operations (Administration, Facilities Management, Financial Management, Human Resources,Information Communication Technology...)
  • Programme and Policy (Adolescent Development, Child Protection, Early Childhood Development, Education,...)
  • Social and Behavior Change
  • etc...

Benefits of the internship

The internship program offers comprehensive advantage that will enable successfull applicants accessing a unique opportunity fully filled with different benefits, such as:

  • Opportunity to gain direct practical work experience.
  • Possibility to conduct internship on full-time or a part-time basis.
  • Interns receive monthly stipend
  • A one-time lump sum, as a contribution towards travel and visa costs

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this program, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

  • At least 18 years old.
  • Enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate or PhD programme, or have graduated within the past two years.
  • Proficient in at least one of UNICEF's working languages: English, French or Spanish. Fluency in the working language of the office you are applying to, may also be required.
  • Have no immediate relatives (e.g., mother, father, sister, brother) working with UNICEF, or any other relatives in reporting line of authority.
  • Have strong academic performance and motivation
  • Additional consideration will be given to any professional experience relevant to the function candidates are applying for.

Required Materials

For most job applications at UNICEF, candidate should complete and submit the following:

  • An online recruitment profile
  • A CV/resume
  • A cover / motivation letter

How to apply

  1. To register for an Internship position at UNICEF, applicant should first look on their field of interest by exploring the different available positions at the UNICEF's vacancies page.
  2. Additionnal informations such as the exact required documents and application deadline depends and differs on each job / post availability.
  3. Once applicants identify a vacancy of interest, they have to click on the button “Apply Now” and then proceed with instructions for the application process.

Links

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