The UNFPA Internship Program offers a small group of outstanding
students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNFPA operations.
It is designed to complement development-oriented studies with
practical experience in various aspects of UNFPA work.
Applicants should have expressed interest in the field of development;
ability to adapt to new environments and work with individuals from
different cultural backgrounds. Interns work under the supervision of a
staff member at UNFPA. The background of the interns is matched with the
needs of the organization.
Qualifying for an Internship:
Candidates for the internship programme are selected on a competitive
basis. The profiles of the interns are matched with the needs of the
organization. The following qualifications are required for
consideration:
• Students should be enrolled in an advanced degree programme or have recently graduated;
• Students must have written and spoken proficiency in English; fluency in French, Spanish or Arabic is an asset.
• Students must have written and spoken proficiency in English; fluency in French, Spanish or Arabic is an asset.
Financial Aspects:
Interns do not receive a salary or any other form of remuneration from
UNFPA. The costs associated with an intern's participation in the
programme must be assumed either by the nominating institution, which
may provide the required financial assistance to its students, or by the
students themselves, who will have to meet living expenses as well as
make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and other
requirements. In addition, applicants must have medical insurance for
the duration of the internship. Proof of insurance will need to be
submitted before the internship begins.
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