The UNESCO Internship Programme 2025-26 is a prestigious international opportunity for students and recent graduates to gain professional experience in a multicultural environment. Offered at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, France, and other global locations, the program lasts from one to six months. Interns can choose from diverse fields such as communication, education, culture, human resources, sciences, and more. Through hands-on assignments, participants will enhance academic knowledge, develop technical skills, and understand UNESCO’s mission and operations. This internship is ideal for those seeking UN experience and the chance to work alongside leading professionals. It provides valuable training, international exposure, and career development, making it a remarkable opportunity for aspiring professionals worldwide. Don’t miss the chance to apply.
Eligibility Criteria :
- Candidates must be at least 20 years old when they apply.
- Students and recent graduates are welcome.
- must be a graduate student pursuing a master’s, doctoral, second, or higher degree at the moment.
- A Master’s, PhD, or second degree must have been earned within the last 12 months by recent graduates.
- Eligible individuals are those who have only earned a bachelor’s degree and are not actively seeking more education.
- Applicants for technical/professional or secretarial/assistant positions must be in their last year of study or have recently graduated from a specialized technical, professional, or secretarial institution.
- Proficiency in either French or English is necessary.
- A solid grasp of computer systems and common office applications is required.
- For the period of their internship, interns are in charge of obtaining their own visa, travel, and full health insurance.
Country: France/Different
Benefits :
- Collaborate with a United Nations specialized agency to obtain important exposure.
- Get guidance and instruction from seasoned experts.
- Gain real experience to improve your teamwork and communication abilities.
- internships at the Paris offices of UNESCO or other foreign sites.
- entitlement to a monthly leave of absence of 2.5 days.
- great chance to gain international professional experience while living and working in Europe.
Deadline : 31 December 2025
