WHO x2 Internship Jobs 2026: Two Opportunities in Global Health

Overview

The World Health Organization is offering two full-time internships based in Geneva, Switzerland, each lasting 24 weeks and scheduled to begin in January 2027. One opportunity focuses on environment, climate change, and One Health within the Chemicals, Radiation and Health unit, while the second focuses on health emergency response financing within the Strategic Planning and Partnership team. These assignments give students and recent graduates practical experience in international public health, technical work, and research.

Who can apply

Applicants must be at least 20 years old at the time of application, hold a valid passport from a WHO Member State, and be fluent in at least one working language of the assigned office. Candidates must not be related to a WHO staff member and must not have previously participated in the WHO Internship Programme.

For the environment and One Health placement, applicants must have completed at least three years of full-time university studies in sociology, anthropology, global affairs, or public health, and must be enrolled in a postgraduate qualification. For the health emergency response financing placement, candidates must be studying public health, health policy, health financing, health economics, data science, or closely related quantitative fields such as statistics, data analytics, information systems, business analytics, or computer science. Recent graduates may qualify for either position if they apply within 18 months of completing their formal qualification.

What you get

Interns receive medical and accident insurance coverage throughout the duration of the placement. A living allowance may be provided to eligible interns requiring financial support, subject to assessment and WHO conditions. These positions are full-time and do not confer WHO staff status.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the WHO careers system, Stellis. Candidates should review the specific qualifications for each notice, confirm that applications are open, and submit the requested information through the portal. Applicants are advised to prepare a tailored application that explains their academic background, relevant experience, and motivation, providing a specific cover letter for each vacancy.

Key dates

Closing dates for applications are 11 November 2026 and 12 November 2026, respectively. Both internships are scheduled to begin in January 2027.