UNICEF Opens Remote Climate-Resilient Education Internship for Global Applicants in 2026

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UNICEF Opens Remote Climate-Resilient Education Internship for Global Applicants in 2026

UNICEF Careers is recruiting a fully remote Climate-Resilient Education Intern for its Global Programme Division in Bangkok. The 26-week internship offers students and recent graduates global exposure to education, climate change, sustainability, and youth-focused development work.

UNICEF Launches Fully Remote Climate-Resilient Education Internship

UNICEF has officially opened applications for its 2026 Climate-Resilient Education Internship, offering students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain international experience within one of the world’s leading humanitarian organisations.

The internship is hosted under UNICEF’s Global Programme Division through the Bangkok Centre of Excellence and will run on a full-time remote basis for 26 weeks.

The opportunity is aimed at candidates passionate about climate change, sustainability, education, youth development, and global social impact initiatives.

As climate-related challenges continue affecting education systems worldwide, UNICEF says the internship forms part of broader efforts to support climate-resilient learning systems and strengthen educational opportunities for vulnerable communities.

A Unique Opportunity to Work on Global Education and Climate Issues

UNICEF works across more than 190 countries and territories supporting children’s rights, education, health, safety, and development.

The organisation explained that the Climate-Resilient Education Internship is designed to provide practical learning exposure while supporting ongoing global climate and education initiatives.

The selected intern will support UNICEF’s Climate-Resilient Education (CRE) team through research, coordination, documentation, knowledge-sharing, and administrative support activities.

The internship also aims to help participants understand how climate change affects education systems and how organisations develop solutions to support sustainable and inclusive learning environments.

Supporting Climate-Resilient Education Around the World

UNICEF highlighted that millions of children globally face disruptions to education due to climate change, conflict, poverty, and natural disasters.

The organisation says climate-resilient education involves helping schools, communities, and governments build education systems that can withstand environmental challenges while preparing young people with climate knowledge and green skills.

This includes:

Climate literacy
Green skills development
Climate advocacy
Youth climate action
Sustainable education systems
Disaster preparedness education

Through the internship, candidates will gain exposure to how international organisations coordinate programmes that support children and communities affected by environmental risks.

What the Intern Will Be Doing

The Climate-Resilient Education Intern will assist with several day-to-day operational and learning activities within UNICEF’s global education team.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordination and Administrative Support

Organising and tracking climate-related requests
Maintaining internal trackers and documentation systems
Scheduling meetings and learning sessions
Preparing agendas and taking meeting notes
Maintaining shared folders and knowledge platforms

Documentation and Knowledge Management

Supporting documentation of workshops and learning activities
Summarising discussions and action points
Assisting with technical materials and internal reports
Contributing to case studies and reference documents

Research and Learning Support

Conducting desk-based research on climate-resilient education topics
Assisting with summaries, presentations, and briefing notes
Compiling examples and lessons learned from global projects

Youth Climate Action and Green Skills

Researching youth-led climate action initiatives
Supporting documentation on green skills education
Summarising learning points related to climate education programmes

UNICEF explained that the internship focuses on learning and professional development while helping interns contribute meaningfully to ongoing projects.

Who Can Apply?

UNICEF outlined several eligibility requirements for applicants.

Candidates must:

Be currently enrolled in or have graduated within the past two years from a relevant undergraduate, postgraduate, or PhD programme
Study fields such as education, climate change, environmental studies, sustainability, social sciences, public policy, or international development
Have some relevant experience through research projects, volunteering, student initiatives, internships, or coursework

Professional experience is considered an advantage but is not mandatory.

Applicants must also demonstrate fluency in written and spoken English.

Knowledge of additional UN languages such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish may provide an added advantage during the selection process.

Benefits of the Internship

UNICEF says successful interns will gain valuable international exposure and professional development opportunities during the programme.

Benefits include:

Hands-on experience in global education and climate programmes
Exposure to international development operations
Research and communication skills development
Mentorship from experienced UNICEF professionals
Networking opportunities within global development sectors
Experience working in multicultural and international teams

The internship also provides exposure to global sustainability discussions and youth-focused climate initiatives that continue growing in importance worldwide.

Required Documents for Applications

Applicants must submit several supporting documents as part of the recruitment process.

These include:

Proof of university enrolment or recent graduation
Most recent academic transcript
Copy of identification document
Recommendation letter from an academic institution or professional reference
Proof of health insurance coverage for the internship period

UNICEF noted that interns are personally responsible for maintaining valid health and accident insurance during the internship.

UNICEF’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

UNICEF emphasized its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.

The organisation encourages applications from individuals of different backgrounds, including persons with disabilities.

UNICEF also highlighted its zero-tolerance policies regarding discrimination, abuse, harassment, and misconduct across all operations.

Application Deadline

Applications for the Climate-Resilient Education Internship close on 20 May 2026.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online before the deadline.

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UNICEF Opens Remote Climate-Resilient Education Internship for Global Applicants in 2026

UNICEF Launches Fully Remote Climate-Resilient Education Internship

A Unique Opportunity to Work on Global Education and Climate Issues

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