The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced a new set of internship opportunities for January 2026, offering students and early-career professionals the chance to gain practical experience within one of the world’s leading development organizations. These internships span diverse thematic areas and are based in multiple duty stations across different regions.
UNDP internships are designed to provide hands-on exposure to international development work, allowing interns to contribute to ongoing programmes while developing professional skills in a multicultural and dynamic environment.
Available Internship Opportunities
The newly listed UNDP internships include the following roles:
- Business and Human Rights Intern – Bangkok, Thailand
- Communications and Knowledge Management Intern – Bangkok, Thailand
- Climate Communications Social Media Intern (Homebased) – New York, United States
- Digital Justice Intern – Bangkok, Thailand
- Communication and Knowledge Management Intern (RoLSHR) – Bangkok, Thailand
- Communication and Social Media Intern – Copenhagen, Denmark
- Pasante en la Unidad de Adquisiciones – La Paz, Bolivia
- Graphic Design Intern – Bonn, Germany
- Common Back Office Interns (Service Desk & Protocol/Admin) – Ha Noi, Viet Nam
- Internship to Support the Regional Programme – Amman, Jordan
For full internship details visit the official UNDP Recruitment portal at https://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_jobs.cfm OR use directly the official recruitment portal
Why Apply for a UNDP Internship?
A UNDP internship offers more than just work experience. Interns gain insight into global development challenges, contribute to meaningful projects, and collaborate with professionals from diverse backgrounds. These opportunities are particularly valuable for individuals interested in careers in international development, public policy, communications, human rights, climate action, and administrative support.
Interns also benefit from professional networking opportunities and exposure to UNDP’s mandate of promoting sustainable development, inclusive growth, and resilience worldwide.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should carefully review the specific requirements, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for each internship on the official UNDP Career Website. Applications must be submitted through the official UNDP recruitment platform.
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