Are you passionate about global development, gender equality, and creating positive change for women and young people? The UNFPA Global Internship 2025 offers an exceptional opportunity to gain professional experience with the United Nations Population Fund—one of the world’s leading UN agencies working to improve reproductive health, rights, and wellbeing.
This article breaks down everything you need to know about the programme, including eligibility requirements, competencies, benefits, and a snapshot of current internship openings.
UNFPA is the United Nations agency dedicated to ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. Through its Strategic Plan (2022–2025), UNFPA continues its global mission to:
End preventable maternal deaths
End unmet need for family planning
End gender-based violence and harmful practices
Internships with UNFPA offer a meaningful pathway to support this mission while gaining hands-on experience in international development, humanitarian response, data analysis, programme management, communications, and more.
As an intern, you will work with a team committed to defending human rights, promoting gender equality, and accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNFPA seeks candidates who can:
Transform and innovate
Inspire communities and colleagues
Deliver sustainable, high-impact results
Demonstrate transparency and accountability
If you are looking for an internship that allows you to contribute to global change while building your professional experience, this programme is ideal.
To apply for a UNFPA internship, candidates must meet one of the following requirements at the time of application:
Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (Master’s level or higher)
Be in the final year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s level or equivalent)
Have recently graduated, and able to start the internship within one year
Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship, where the internship forms part of the programme
Children or siblings of current UNFPA staff are not eligible.
Relatives may apply, but cannot work in the same unit or be supervised directly/indirectly by their family member.
Integrity
Commitment to the UN system
Embracing cultural diversity
Openness to change
Achieving results
Accountability
Professional expertise
Analytical and strategic thinking
Teamwork and relationship management
These competencies reflect UNFPA’s high standards and ensure interns are well-prepared for global leadership roles.
UNFPA interns receive a monthly stipend to support living expenses, unless funded by an external organization such as a university or government scholarship.
Key details:
Stipend amount depends on the agreed place of work
Payments are typically made monthly
Remote internships may offer different stipend arrangements
You can view all current UNFPA internship vacancies by searching for “Internships/Fellowships” under the job category on UNFPA’s careers portal.
UNFPA does not charge application, processing, training, or recruitment fees.
Suspected fraud can be reported to the official UNFPA fraud hotline.
For the latest opportunities, please visit: https://www.unfpa.org/jobs
Here are some highlighted openings from the UNFPA Global Internship Roster:
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Contract Type: Internship
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Contract Type: Internship
Closing Date: 27 November 2025
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Contract Type: Internship
Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Location: Multiple Locations
Contract Type: Internship
The UNFPA Global Internship Roster 2025 is a powerful stepping stone for young professionals eager to make an impact in international development. Whether your interests lie in programme work, research, gender advocacy, data, or global health, this internship equips you with the skills and experience needed to launch a meaningful career.
If you’re passionate about advancing human rights and empowering women and youth globally, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.
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