INTERNSHIP: All Sectors/Bureaus
at UNESCO, Multiple, XX
- Contract
- Internship
- Closing date
- 24 November 2026
- Listed
- 23 May 2026, from UNESCO
The advert
OVERVIEW Type of contract : Internship Duty Station : Headquarters, Field Offices, and Institutes Duration of contract : 1 to 6 months Application deadline : 31 December 2026 (Midnight) UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, ProfessionalismOVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST An internship with UNESCO will give you experience of the daily working environment of the United Nations specialized agency. You will be working in a team from one of the Programme Sectors or Central Services (the support services) of the Organization, at Headquarters, in one of the Field Offices, or in a Category I Institute. You will be part of a team in which you will be exposed to a range of colleagues, making a meaningful contribution to the work of the team and the Organization. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to improve an array of technical and professional skills in a multi-cultural environment. Interns carry out a variety of tasks, depending on the team in which they are working and the particular needs at the time. Activities will vary depending on the requirements of the assignment, and the specific Terms of Reference and learning objectives will be provided by the supervisor with whom you will be working. Interns may: Carry out and prepare summaries of research. Contribute to the preparation of documents, including substantive and communication materials. Collect, analyze and present data. Assist in organizing and communicating about events. Participate in meetings and workshops, with internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to the technical work of the team/Unit/Sector. Liaise with colleagues in other entities of the United Nations System. Perform tasks that may be required in specific projects. LEARNING OBJECTIVES It is expected that assignments will provide interns with the opportunity to develop skills in a wide range of the above areas, and in the development of the Core competencies of the UNESCO Competency Framework: Accountability Communication Teamwork Innovation Results focus Planning and organizing Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement Short Description For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency FrameworkREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Age: You must be at least 20 years old to apply. Academic qualifications: You should be currently enrolled AND on the 3rd (third) year or final year of your Bachelor’s degree; OR You should be currently enrolled in your second university degree, Master's or PhD degree or equivalent; OR You must have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree no more than 12 months prior to the issuance of the Internship Agreement, as determined by the completion date indicated on your diploma. Applicants in technical/vocational assignments must be enrolled in a specialized technical/vocational institution and must have reached the last year of their studies, or have recently graduated (within the last 12 months) from their school or institution. Languages: You should have an excellent command, both written and spoken, of English or French. A working knowledge of the other language (English or French) is an asset, and may be required for internships in secretarial and assistantship assignments at the Headquarters. Computer skills: You must have an excellent knowledge of computer systems and office-related software. Team player: You should be able to work well in a team and adapt to an international working environment. Communication skills: You should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS UNESCO does not remunerate interns. There is no compensation, financial or otherwise for internship assignments. Interns are entitled to 2.5 days of leave per month during their internship and an additional leave of 1 working day per complete month of internship. Interns are provided with a limited workplace insurance coverage against risk of injury, illness, disability, or death incurred during the