UNICEF UPSHIFT Internship 2026: 6-Month Remote Innovation Internship (Stockholm)

Overview

The UNICEF Office of Innovation is offering a six-month, full-time UPSHIFT Scale Internship based in Stockholm, Sweden, designated as remote. The role supports the digital and AI components of UNICEF's flagship youth skills programme, focusing on portfolio tracking, asset management, research, solution testing, knowledge management, and process improvement.

Who can apply

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and either currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or PhD programme, or have graduated within the past two years. Eligible fields of study include digital technology, education technology, data science or analytics, business management, innovation and design, development studies, international relations, communications, or AI application knowledge. Candidates must be fluent in written and spoken English, while knowledge of other UN languages is considered an asset.

Requirements

Candidates are required to have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, particularly Excel or Sheets and PowerPoint or Slides. Applicants must possess experience organizing information, trackers, or databases, as well as preparing presentations, summaries, and briefing materials. A commitment to UNICEF core values of care, respect, integrity, trust, accountability, and sustainability is mandatory. Additional advantages include familiarity with digital learning, AI tools, or emerging technologies, experience working with international or multicultural teams, experience using AI tools for research or workflow automation, and basic data analysis and visualization skills. Selected candidates must undergo reference, safeguarding, and background verification.

How to apply

Applicants must access the official UNICEF Careers page to find Job Number 596280, review the terms of reference, verify their eligibility, and submit their application online.

Key dates

The application deadline is 20 October 2026.