INTERNSHIP: Office of the Director-General
at UNESCO, Multiple, XX
- Contract
- Internship
- Closing date
- 24 November 2026
- Listed
- 23 May 2026, from UNESCO
The advert
. Type of contract : Internship Duty Station : Headquarters Duration of contract : 1 to 6 months Application deadline : 31 December 2026 (Midnight) UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism. Under the authority of the Cabinet Coordination Officer, and under the supervision of one of the Director-General’s advisors, the intern will assist the Advisor in preparing files on subjects related to the fields of competency of UNESCO (education, science, culture, social and human sciences and communication). In this way, the intern will gain knowledge of UNESCO’s working environment and operations (including its mandate and cooperation with specialized UN agencies). They will also develop an understanding of UNESCO’s interactions with other international institutions (the United Nations system and the 2030 Agenda).OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST During the internship, the intern will be called on to: Assist the Advisor in preparing notes and opinions on administrative, political and communications issues related to the activities and fields of competency of UNESCO. In addition, interns in the Speechwriting Pool (Pôle Langage) will help prepare elements for various interventions by the Director-General (in French and in English). They will help write speeches, talking points, messages, editorials, articles and forewords. They will also carry out documentary research with a view to preparing speeches or official visits by the Director-General. Under the supervision of the Head of the Pôle Langage, they will also revise correspondence to be signed by the Director-General.LEARNING OBJECTIVES During the internship, the intern will gain practical knowledge of the functioning of the Director-General’s Cabinet, a working environment where major strategic decisions are made. Given the particularly sensitive nature of this work, the intern must be conscientious, proactive and discreet. In addition, the intern must: Understand the internal operations of an international organization and how to interact with their peers. Learn and understand the legal, administrative and political implications of activities by an international organization. Prepare, under the supervision of the Advisor, notes and memoranda giving advice in the context of an international organization. Lastly, this internship is an opportunity for the intern to use their analytical, synthesis and writing skills.Competencies (Core / Managerial) Communication (C) Accountability (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) REQUIRED 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