UN Sustainable Development Group Internship 2027: Remote Opportunity for Graduates and Students
Overview
The United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office offers a six-month internship beginning in January 2027. This position provides students and recent graduates with practical experience in evaluation, research, and data analysis by contributing to the activities of the United Nations development system. Selected participants work under the supervision of experienced Evaluation Officers to help assess the effectiveness, results, and impact of development initiatives. The duty station is New York, United States, though the role can be undertaken either in person or remotely, with both full-time and part-time arrangements available for consideration.
Who can apply
The internship is open to individuals who are currently enrolled in a qualifying university degree programme or have already graduated. Candidates with educational backgrounds in social sciences, economics, or public administration are preferred. Potentially relevant areas of study include sociology and other social sciences, economics and development economics, public administration and public policy, international development, research methods and evaluation, and statistics and data analysis.
Requirements
Applicants are required to possess strong Microsoft Office skills. Experience or a demonstrated ability in research, data visualisation, and communication serves as an advantage. Candidates should be able to highlight relevant academic projects, internships, volunteering, or professional experience that demonstrate analytical abilities, attention to detail, clear written communication, and an understanding of qualitative or quantitative research methods.
How to apply
Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official United Nations recruitment system by searching for Job Opening ID 285069. Applicants are advised to review the full vacancy notice before submitting to ensure they meet all official qualifications and language requirements. The United Nations does not charge any application fees.
Key dates
The application deadline is 31 October 2026. The internship is expected to commence in January 2027 and runs for a duration of six months.