The United Nations Research Institute for Social Development is accepting applications for the UNRISD Research Internship 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland. It’s a full-time role that offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to contribute to policy-oriented research while gaining practical work experience in an international setting. The internship duration is 3-6 months and runs from September to March 2027. Final-year undergraduate students, master’s and PhD students, or recent graduates in social sciences, development studies, international relations, public policy, or related fields are invited to apply. During the program, you will work closely with the Office of the Director, supporting research projects, publications, meetings, and strategic discussions. No application fee is required. Read more details below.
Internship Overview
- Organization: United Nations Research Institute for Social Development
- Department: Office of the Director
- Programme: UNRISD Research Internship 2026
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Duration: 3-6 Months
- Internship Dates: September – March 2027
- Application Deadline: August 16th, 2026
Who can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Enrolled in the final year of a bachelor’s degree or
- Be a Master’s or PhD student
- Have graduated from a university degree defined above.
- Academic background in social sciences, development studies, economics, political science, international relations, public policy, or related fields.
- Strong written and spoken English skills.
- Able to work in a multicultural work environment.
- Interested in contributing to research and policy analysis.
- Applicants must be based in Geneva to attend in-person meetings.
Internship Benefits
- Gain practical work experience with a UN research institute
- Opportunity to work alongside renowned researchers and policy experts
- Expand your professional network
- Strengthen your profile
- Experience working in a multicultural work environment
Intern Role
- Conduct policy resarch and literature reviews.
- Support policy analysis.
- Attend meetings and prepare reports.
- Assist with organizing meetings for the Director’s office.
- Prepare meeting minutes and follow up on action points.
- Support administrative tasks.
Required Documents.
- Updated CV.
- A short cover letter explaining:
- Motivation for applying.
- Relevant skills and experience.
- Preferred internship period.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the UNRISD Research Internship 2026 is August 16th, 2026. (23:59 Central European Time).
World Health Organization is also accepting applications for a business operations internship in Berlin, Germany. Check the details here: WHO Internship in Germany 2026
How to Apply?
Applicants need to submit an online application through the official UNRISD application portal. Visit the official link below to apply.
APPLY FOR UNRISD RESEARCH INTERNSHIP 2026
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