Are you interested in gaining professional work experience within the United Nations specialized unit as an intern? Applications are now open for the UNDRR Urban Infrastructure & Resilience Internship 2026. The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is looking for an “Urban Infrastructure & Resilience Intern” for its regional office in CAIRO, Egypt, and welcomes applications from talented and motivated students in relevant fields. The internship lasts 6 months, during which you will work at the Internship level, I-1, in the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction, under the supervision of the Associate Programme Officer, assisting with various ongoing tasks. This is a part-time, remote internship; you will work 5 days a week.
The internship is designed for students currently enrolled in or who have graduated from a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in relevant fields from a recognized institution. United Nations internships give students and graduates a chance to gain practical experience, improve their skills, and build professional networks with peers and experts worldwide. You will gain hands-on experience working on real-time ongoing projects under the guidance of a renowned professional in the field. There is no application fee required when applying for the position; the deadline is April 27, 2026. Read more details below.
UNDRR Urban Infrastructure & Resilience Internship 2026 Overview
- Host Organization: United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
- Duty Station: Cairo, Egypt
- Programme Type: Remote – Part-time Internship
- Posted Dates: April 8th, 2026
- Internship Dates: July 1-31, 2026
- Application Deadline: April 27th, 2026
Also, Check UN Women Audit Internship 2026 in New York, USA – Paid
Eligiblity Criteria
You must meet the following criteria to apply for the internship:
- Open for all nationals
- Students enrolled in the final year of the bachelor’s degree program
- Students enrolled in the Master’s degree programme
- Applicants who have graduated from the above degrees in relevant fields such as international relations, urban planning, environmental studies, and public policy.
- Proficiency in the English language
- Knowledge of any other official UN language would be an assett
- No prior work experience is required to apply
- Knowledge of software applications such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams
Internship Benefits
- Gain professional work experience in an international work environment
- Gain exposure to international development
- A great addition for you CV’s and professional profile
- Hands-on training under the supervision of experienced supervisors
- Expand your global networks
- Official certification after completion of the program
- Remote program, attend it from anywhere
Intern roles :
During the program, the interns will be assisting with ongoing projects in the areas of urban resilience, Climate adaptation, Infrastructure planning, and Disaster Management. You will support:
- Research & Desk Reviews
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Gap Analysis
- Knowledge and content creation
Also, Check:
- OIST Research Internship 2026 (Fall Intake) in Japan
- Morgan Stanley Corporate Finance Off-Cycle Internship 2027 in Zurich
How to Apply?
The application process for the UNDRR Urban Infrastructure & Resilience Internship 2026 is online. Applicants interested in the internship need to submit an online application via offical portal mentioned below. No application fee is required. Due to the large number of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further formalities.
Application Deadline: April 27th, 2026
APPLY FOR UNDDR INTERNSHIP POSITION
