Applications are open for the UNESCO Social and Human Sciences Internship 2026. UNESCO has recently announced a Social and Human Sciences internship position for its headquarters in Paris, field offices, and institutes, and invites applications from dynamic students and recent graduates worldwide. It’s a full-time internship program with a minimum duration of 1 month and a maximum of 6 months, during which applicants will work in UNESCO’s Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS) and gain hands-on experience in global policymaking, research, and international project management.
Students enrolled in the third or final year of an undergraduate degree, a master’s or PhD program, or those who have recently graduated with a degree in social sciences, humanities, and related fields from recognized institutions are invited to apply. Learn more details about the UNESCO Social and Human Sciences internship below.
About Social & Human Sciences Sector:
It’s one of UNESCO’s specialized branches that focuses on promoting human rights, youth engagement, social transformation, and policies that support peace and sustainability.
Social & Human Sciences Internship Overview
- Host Organization: UNESCO
- Unit: Social & Human Sciences Sector (SHS)
- Duration: 1-6 Months
- Location: HQ, Field Offices & Institutes
- Programme: Internship
- Application Deadline: June 30th, 2026
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Internship Focus Areas:
Selected interns will be working in one of the specialized areas:
- Artificial Intelligence Ethics
- Human Rights
- Global Citizenship
- Youth Empowerment
- Gender Equality
- Public Policy
- Intercultural dialogue
- Gender Equality
- Transformation Research
Internship Requirements
You must fulfill the following criteria to be eligible for the internship:
- It’s a global position, accepting applications from all nationals
- Indivuals from non- and underrepresented member states are highly encouraged to apply
- Applicants must be at least 20 years of age
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree program
- Bachelor’s students must be in the 3rd or final year of their degree program
- Completed the above degree within the last 12 months
- Pursuing their degree or graduated in Social sciences, public policy, international relations, law, human rights, sociology, communication studies, AI, Technology, or related interdisciplinary areas
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Intern Roles
Interns will assist with the following roles
- Conduct policy research
- Create draft reports and briefs
- Assist with arranging meetings and workship
- Analyze the data and social trends
- Support the SHS initiatives and mission
Internship Benefits
- 2.5 leaves per month
- Limited health and workspace insurance
- Work exposure in an international organization
- Gain valubale insights into the work of UNESCO
- Hands-on experience in governance and public policy
- Work on the real-world projects
- Networking opportunities with UNESCO experts and policymakers
- A great addition for your CVs and profiles
Documents Required
- Application form
- CV
- Cover letter
- Degree enrollment proof
- Passport/ID copy
- Degree Transcript
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How to Apply?
The application process is online via offical UNESCO career portal. Applicants meeting the required criteria need to visit the offical link below, sign up to create an account, fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and submit.
Deadline: June 30, 2026
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