UN Women Internship Programme
Who can apply
- Enrolled in a master's or PhD, or in the final year of a bachelor's, or graduated within the last two years.
- Also open to those in a national service or postgraduate traineeship programme.
- A strong interest in gender equality and development; English required (another UN language an asset).
- No age limit; open to all nationalities, including Pakistan.
What you will do
- Support UN Women projects in areas such as policy, advocacy, communications, research, programme planning or finance.
- Help design, implement or evaluate gender-equality initiatives.
- Work under the supervision of a UN Women staff member.
Perks and benefits
- Possible stipend toward daily expenses for interns who are not otherwise funded.
- Experience inside a major UN agency.
- Skills development and an international network.
- Note: interns provide their own insurance and cover travel and accommodation.
How to apply
- Apply online through the UN Women Careers portal with a motivation letter and the P11 form.
- Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.
- On selection, provide two reference letters, proof of insurance, proof of enrolment and a passport copy.
Frequently asked questions
Is UN Women Internship Programme paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Unsalaried; interns may receive a stipend toward basic daily expenses (meals and local transport) if they are not funded by another institution. Interns cover travel, insurance and accommodation. Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does UN Women Internship Programme last? +
The listed duration is 2 to 6 months.
When is the application deadline? +
This listing has a rolling; vacancies are posted year-round on the un women careers portal deadline, meaning applications are reviewed as they arrive rather than by a fixed date. Check the official page for any cycle-specific cutoffs.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Enrolled in a master's or PhD, or in the final year of a bachelor's, or graduated within the last two years; Also open to those in a national service or postgraduate traineeship programme; A strong interest in gender equality and development; English required (another UN languag… See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
