UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, has unveiled its 2025 Global Internship Roster, offering aspiring professionals a unique chance to contribute to critical global development initiatives. Designed as a pathway for emerging talent to gain hands-on experience within the UN system, these internships are open to students and recent graduates eager to support UNFPA’s mission of ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled.
About the Internship Opportunities
The 2025 internship program encompasses a variety of roles across multiple duty stations worldwide. These internships are structured as short-term engagements, providing valuable exposure to international development work in areas such as sexual and reproductive health, gender equality, youth empowerment, and policy formulation. The program aims to cultivate a new generation of leaders committed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to health, gender equality, and human rights.
How Interns Can Make a Difference
UNFPA’s strategic plan for 2022-2025 emphasizes three transformative results: ending preventable maternal deaths, ending unmet need for family planning, and ending gender-based violence and harmful practices. Interns will have the opportunity to contribute directly to these goals by supporting programs, research, advocacy, and operational activities at the intersection of development and human rights.
Interns will work alongside dedicated professionals, engaging in meaningful tasks such as data collection and analysis, policy development, awareness campaigns, and program implementation. Their contributions will help accelerate progress toward the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) commitments and the SDGs, especially in the context of recovering from the setbacks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eligibility Criteria
UNFPA welcomes applications from a diverse pool of candidates who meet the following criteria:
- Educational Background:
- Enrolled in a first university degree program (such as bachelor’s or equivalent), having completed at least one full academic year.
- Enrolled in a postgraduate degree program (such as a master’s or higher).
- Recently graduated from a university degree program (within one year of graduation) and committed to starting the internship shortly thereafter.
- Enrolled in a postgraduate professional trainee program, with the internship undertaken as part of this program.
- Other Requirements:
- Demonstrated interest in development issues.
- Proficiency in at least one of the UN’s working languages (English or French).
- Fluency in the official language of the UNFPA office location (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish).
- Ability to adapt to new environments and work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Candidates should note that individuals whose immediate family members are UNFPA staff members are not eligible to apply.
Core Competencies and Values
Successful interns will embody the core values of the UN system and demonstrate essential competencies, including:
- Values:
- Integrity and commitment to UNFPA and the UN system.
- Respect for cultural diversity.
- Openness to change and innovation.
- Core Competencies:
- Results-oriented mindset and accountability.
- Professional development and expertise application.
- Strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Teamwork and relationship management.
Application Process and Deadline
The internship application process is open until December 31, 2025, at 10:44 AM (Eastern Time). Interested candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications early, ensuring they meet all eligibility criteria and demonstrate their motivation and suitability for the roles.
Why Apply?
Participating in UNFPA’s 2025 internship program offers a rare opportunity to immerse oneself in international development work that directly impacts millions of lives. Interns gain invaluable professional experience, expand their networks, and contribute to groundbreaking initiatives aimed at promoting reproductive health, gender equality, and youth empowerment worldwide.
How to Get Started
Candidates interested in making a difference through UNFPA’s internship program should visit the official UNFPA careers portal to explore available opportunities and submit their applications. This is a chance to be part of a global movement committed to building a better, more equitable future for all.
Conclusion
The 2025 UNFPA Global Internship Roster is more than just a learning experience—it’s a platform for young professionals to influence change, build skills, and become advocates for reproductive rights and sustainable development. Those passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of women, girls, and young people around the world are encouraged to apply and join UNFPA’s mission to “build forward better.”
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