UNHCR Internship Program 2027 (Paid Internships)

Overview

The UNHCR Internships Program 2027 provides paid professional opportunities for individuals worldwide at various offices globally. The program aims to give participants international work experience and allow them to learn directly from professionals working with refugees. Positions are available in diverse fields according to the needs of each office and the studies of the participants. The duration of the program lasts from 2 to 6 months, with extensions possible, and there is no application fee required to apply.

Who can apply

The program is open to applicants of all nationalities who are either current undergraduate or graduate students, or recent graduates. Candidates must have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies, and recent graduates must have finished their studies within the last two years. Additionally, applicants must be enrolled at a university or college accredited by UNESCO, possess good English skills at a minimum of B2 level, and have a field of study related to the work of the organization or of interest to it. Individuals who have a father, mother, brother, or sister working at the organization as a staff member or affiliate are not eligible, nor are those who have already reached the maximum internship period at the organization.

What you get

Selected participants receive a monthly financial allowance designed to help cover living costs, transport, and food. This allowance is provided to eligible participants regardless of whether they work full-time, part-time, or remotely. In addition, eligible individuals may receive reimbursement for return travel expenses if they are traveling from another country.

Requirements

Applicants must submit their application forms filled out in English through the official recruitment portal after registering and completing a personal profile with educational and other details. Each position requires candidates to match their studies and skills to the available opening.

Key dates

The program does not feature a single fixed deadline. Opportunities are offered throughout the year, and individual positions maintain their own unique closing dates.