UNAIDS is inviting applications for the 2025 Knowledge Management Internship, offering both in-person and remote work options. This opportunity is ideal for students and recent graduates seeking meaningful experience with a leading United Nations programme dedicated to ending the global AIDS epidemic.

Duty Station: Remote or multiple in-person duty stations
Application Deadline: 28 November 2025
Vacancy Number: UNAIDS/25/ISHIP3
Contract Type: Internship
Duration: 2 to 6 months, depending on the hosting division
Stipend: Available for candidates not already receiving financial support

Candidates must reference “Reporting Internship, Knowledge Management Intern” in their cover letter.

About UNAIDS

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) leads and inspires global action to achieve the vision of zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths. The programme brings together 11 UN system co-sponsors: UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO, and the World Bank.

UNAIDS works with governments, civil society organizations, and international partners to help end the AIDS epidemic by 2030, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.

The UNAIDS Internship Programme prioritizes gender parity and broad geographic and socioeconomic diversity.

Internship Overview

This internship is open to candidates who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements

• Enrolled in or recently graduated (within the past 12 months) from an undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree programme at a recognized institution.

• Must be at least 20 years old at the time of application.

• Must have working knowledge (oral and written) of at least one official WHO/UNAIDS language: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish.

• Must not have previously completed a UNAIDS internship.

• Must not have immediate family members employed by the UNAIDS Secretariat.

Internship Duties and Expectations

Interns are expected to demonstrate:

• Strong teamwork and adaptability.

• Clear communication skills for meetings, presentations, and written reports.

• Initiative, enthusiasm, and strong organizational abilities.

• Capacity to learn, innovate, and deliver high-quality results.

• Professional responsibility and respect for resources.

• Service-oriented mindset and commitment to UNAIDS values.

Stipend Information

A stipend may be provided to interns who are not already receiving financial support from another source.

Commitment to Inclusion and Equity

UNAIDS strongly encourages applications from:

• People living with HIV

• Women

• Nationals of non-represented and under-represented member states

• Persons with disabilities

The organization is committed to non-discrimination, inclusivity, and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equitable access to employment opportunities.

UNAIDS maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward discrimination, harassment, and abuse of authority. All staff and interns are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

Additional Notes

Appointment and extension decisions follow WHO Staff Regulations and Rules, adjusted as needed for UNAIDS operations. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

HIV status does not affect an individual’s fitness to work, and candidates are under no obligation to disclose HIV-related personal information.

How to Apply

For full details and online application instructions, visit the UNAIDS e-Recruitment portal.

Applicants must submit all required documents before the closing date: 28 November 2025.