United Nations University (UNU), an academic and research arm of the United Nations, is offering a remote internship for international students. Applications are invited for the UNU Remote Internship 2026. Through its official portal, UNU has announced a remote research internship in Neuroscience, Learning, and AI in Higher Education at the UNU Institute in Macau. It’s a 2-month paid remote internship program designed for students enrolled in master’s or doctoral programs in education, psychology, social sciences, neuroscience, or related fields. The internship will run from October 5 to December 5, 2026.
During the program, students will focus on research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, learning, neuroscience, and higher education. No application fee is required. Submit your application by September 18, 2026. Read more details below.
UNU Remote Internship 2026 Overview
- Offered by: United Nations University
- Host Institute: UNU Institute in Macau
- Location: Remote
- Duration: 2 months
- Internship Dates: October 5 – December 4, 2026
- Application Deadline: September 18, 2026
Internship Benefits
- Interns will receive a stipend of $550/month
- Gain valuable experience in a UN research environment
- Strengthen their research skills
- Gain firsthand experience within the United Nations system
- Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment
- Gain research experience related to a forthcoming Springer publication
Who can Apply?
Applicants meeting the following criteria are invited to apply:
- Applications from all nationalities
- Students enrolled in a master’s degree or higher in relevant fields
- Relevant fields include neuroscience, education, learning sciences, psychology, AI, social sciences, or related areas
- Strong interest in the intersection of neuroscience, AI, and higher education
- Excellent command of the English language
- Strong research, academic writing, and analytical skills
- Must commit to full-time participation during the internship dates
- No relocation required; it’s a remote internship
Interns Role
During the program, the interns will:
- Conduct research on learning, education, and AI in higher education
- Support research for the forthcoming Springer book on AI and higher education
- Contribute to research briefs, policy recommendations, and blog articles
- Organize and analyze research materials
Required Documents
- Cover letter in English explaining your interest and qualifications
- CV
- Relevant Research work
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How to Apply for UNU Remote Internship 2026?
Students interested in the UNU internship must prepare the documents listed above and submit the application through the official UNU application portal listed below.
The application deadline for the internship is September 18, 2026, at 11:59 PM Macau time (GMT+8)..
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