UNFPA Internship Programme

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Enrolled in a first university degree with one full academic year completed, or in a postgraduate programme, or a recent graduate who starts within one year of graduating. Written and spoken English or French, and fluency in the official language of the UNFPA office. Close family of UNFPA staff are not eligible.

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About this opportunity

UNFPA keeps a Global Internship Roster that country offices and headquarters units use to select interns. Registering once puts your profile in front of multiple duty stations.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Enrolled in a first university degree with one full academic year completed, or in a postgraduate programme, or a recent graduate who starts within one year of graduating. Written and spoken English or French, and fluency in the official language of the UNFPA office. Close family of UNFPA staff are not eligible.
2. Note the deadline. Dec (annual Global Internship Roster; the current roster closes on 31 Dec 2026 and UNFPA normally opens a new roster each year - check UNFPA Jobs) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. CV; Cover letter or motivation statement; Proof of current enrolment or recent graduation; Academic transcript; Passport or national ID copy; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Tailor your CV to the role: lead with the skills and projects the posting asks for.
2. Write a short, specific motivation statement. Name the team or project you want to join and why.
3. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
4. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
5. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
6. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.

Quick answers

Who can apply for UNFPA Internship Programme?

Enrolled in a first university degree with one full academic year completed, or in a postgraduate programme, or a recent graduate who starts within one year of graduating. Written and spoken English or French, and fluency in the official language of the UNFPA office. Close family of UNFPA staff are not eligible.

What does UNFPA Internship Programme cover?

Interns without financial support from a university or government may receive a monthly stipend for living expenses, paid in local currency; the amount depends on the duty station and is not stated on the page

When is the deadline for UNFPA Internship Programme?

Dec (annual Global Internship Roster; the current roster closes on 31 Dec 2026 and UNFPA normally opens a new roster each year - check UNFPA Jobs) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with UNFPA Internship Programme?

Host countries: United States.

What documents do I need for UNFPA Internship Programme?

CV; Cover letter or motivation statement; Proof of current enrolment or recent graduation; Academic transcript; Passport or national ID copy; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).

How much work is the UNFPA Internship Programme application?

Medium: UNFPA Careers (Oracle) application + CV