To all the passionate students and fresh graduates, do you want to gain practical work experience at one of the specialized UN Refugee Agencies as an intern? Well, then wait no more: Applications are now open for the UNHCR internship Program 2026. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN refugee agency, through its official UNHCR recruitment platform, is offering multiple internship positions across worldwide offices and inviting applications from talented, passionate, and highly motivated individuals from around the world.
The internships are exclusively designed for students currenly pursuing undergraduate/graduate degree programs or those who have recently graduated in relevant fields from recognized institutes, to gain practical work experience while working on UNHCR’s ongoing real-time projects under the supervision of UNHCR experts. The internship offers an exceptional opportunity to gain experience in the humanitarian sector. It’s a full-time paid internship.
The duration of the internship program is 2-6 months with a possible extension up to 12 months. The UNHCR offers a wide range of perks and benefits to its interns, including competetive stipend, travel support, visa assistance, and more. The internship deadline varies by position. Read more details about the UNCHR internship program below.
UNHCR Internship Program 2026 Overview
| Host Organization | UNHCR |
|---|---|
| Eligible Countries | Open for All Nationals |
| Programme Type | Internship |
| Internship Duration | 2–6 Months |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Application Deadline | Varies by Position |
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Internship Location
UNCHR is offering multiple internship positions for its various offices located worldwide, such as:
- UNHCR HQ Geneva
- Global Service Center Amman
- Budapest, Copenhagen
- or other field country offices
*Note: the internship positions are uploaded on a rolling basis as per office needs and capacity
Eligiblity Criteria
Individuals meeting the following criteria are invited to submit applications for the UNHCR internship program:
- No country restrictions, open for all nationals
- Students currently pursuing undergraduate and graduate degree programs in relevant fields from recognized higher education institutes
- Undergraduate students must have completed at least 2 years of their degree
- Recent graduates who completed their degrees within the last 2 years may also apply
- Applicants must demonstrate interest in the work of the organization
- Applicants must have an excellent command of English (minimum B2 Level)
- Individuals whose immediate relatives are working for UNCHR are not eligible
- Must be available to attend the complete internship program
Internship Coverage
- Round-trip air airtravel costs for the international interns
- Visa assistance for the international interns
- A competetive allowance to cover food, transportation, and living costs for the duration of the program.
*The exact amount of stipend varies by duty station
The program does not cover:
The UNHCR does not cover medical coverage; interns will be responsible for covering their own insurance coverage
Internship Benefits
- The UNHCR Internship offers a wide range of perks and benefits, including:
- Interns will gain hands-on experience in the Humanitarian sector
- Work on high-impact projects under the supervision of UNCHR experts
- Gain valuable skills and knowledge in their desired fields
- Gain valuable insights into the work of UNHCR
- Networking opportunities with fellows and global professionals within the UN
Current Positions:
- Associate Procurement Internship
- Procurement Associate
- Field Associate
- UNHCR Italy Video makers Internship
- UNHCR Italy Photographers
- PSP Associate
- Reporting Internship
- Policy Officer
- Communications interns
- Intern Information & Data Management
Check more positions on the official portal.
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How to Apply?
The application process for applying for the UNCHR internship is online via the official UNHCR Recruitment portal. Visit the official link below -> click “Current UNCHR Vacancies”, check the available internship programs, select your preferred position, and complete the online application. Applicants are encouraged to visit the recruitment platform, as internships are frequently updated.
To apply and to read more details about the internship, visit the official link below.
