UNFPA Global Internship Roster (2026) offers students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a leading United Nations agency.
UNFPA works worldwide to deliver a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person''s potential is fulfilled.
Key Responsibilities & Impact
As an intern, you will support UNFPA''s Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 to help achieve four core outcomes:
Ending the unmet need for family planning.
Ending preventable maternal deaths.
Ending gender-based violence and harmful practices.
Advancing demographic change through evidence- and rights-based policies.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the UNFPA internship program, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Education
Enrolled in an undergraduate degree (e.g., Bachelor''s) and completed at least one full academic year; OR
Enrolled in a postgraduate program (Master''s or higher); OR
Graduated with a university degree within the last 12 months; OR
Enrolled in a postgraduate professional trainee program requiring an internship.
Languages:
Proficiency in written and spoken English or French, and fluency in the official language of the local UNFPA office (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish).
Skills & Values
Interest in international development, strategic thinking, teamwork, adaptability, and cultural awareness.
Family Limitation:
Direct relatives (parent, sibling, child) of current UNFPA staff members are ineligible.
Stipend & Financial Support
Eligible interns who do not receive financial support from an external sponsor (such as a university or government) will receive a monthly stipend to help cover living expenses. Stipend amounts vary based on the agreed work location and local living costs.