The UNICEF Traineeship 2024–25 is currently accepting applications, providing foreign students from all around the world with a fantastic chance to work directly with one of the most prominent international organizations. For recent graduates and students, this paid internship program offers the opportunity to work in a professional setting while supporting UNICEF’s mission to improve the lives of children and young people around the world.
Through the internship program, participants can hone their professional abilities, work on worthwhile projects, and learn how a top-tier company operates. The essential values of UNICEF—care, respect, honesty, trust, and accountability—will guide interns’ work, guaranteeing a well-rounded professional experience.
UNICEF, which operates in 190 countries, exposes its interns to real-world problems in order to foster their professional and personal development. With an emphasis on maternal care, education, disaster relief, child health, and humanitarian assistance, the organization is a leader in social welfare.
For recent grads, Master’s, and PhD students hoping to launch their careers, this internship is the perfect chance. Competitive pay, relevant work experience, and plenty of networking opportunities are all advantages for interns. Employers throughout the world value the experience gained, which makes it a solid basis for future career prospects, even if the program does not promise permanent work at UNICEF.
Host Country: Worldwide
Offered by: UNICEF
Opportunity Type: As per Post
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Requirement: Candidates must have recently earned their degree or be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD program.
- Recent Graduation Requirement: The applicant’s degree must not be older than two years at the time of application if they have already graduated.
- Language Proficiency: Applicants must be proficient in English, Spanish, or French, the three official working languages of UNICEF.
- Office-Specific Language Requirement: Candidates must speak well in the language of the particular office where they plan to work in addition to a UNICEF working language.
- Academic Performance: It is necessary to have a solid academic record that demonstrates excellence in prior coursework.
- Candidates must be at least eighteen years old when they submit their applications.
- Conflict of Interest: Applicants must not be directly related to any UNICEF staff members or those holding a reporting role within the organization.
- Relevant job experience (preferred): Previous relevant job experience will be taken into consideration throughout the selection process; however, it is not required.
Benefits:
- Stipend Support: To help with living expenses during the program, interns will receive a monthly stipend that is either provided by UNICEF or the host institution.
- Financial support to cover expenses: Depending on available funds, one-time coverage for travel expenses, visa fees, and other associated costs might be offered.
- Global Professional Exposure: By working with UNICEF, gaining top-notch working skills, and taking part in significant international projects, interns will acquire top-tier professional experience.
Deadline: Constantly accessible throughout the year
