Are you passionate about making a real impact in the world? The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) invites motivated and forward-thinking individuals to join its Global Internship Roster for 2025. also known as UNFPA Global Internship Programme 2025, This prestigious programme offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international development and contribute directly to UNFPA’s mission—to create a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled, UNFPA Global Internship Roster 2025.
Location: Multiple Worldwide
Schedule: Full-time
Application Deadline: 31 December 2025
Vacancy Type: Internship Programme
About UNFPA
UNFPA is the United Nations’ lead agency for reproductive health, rights, and population issues. Guided by its Strategic Plan (2022–2025), UNFPA focuses on three transformative goals:
- Ending preventable maternal deaths
- Ending the unmet need for family planning, also
- Ending gender-based violence and harmful practices
These priorities align with the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for 2030. As a UNFPA intern, you’ll help advance global efforts in health, gender equality, youth empowerment, and sustainable development, while contributing to recovery and resilience in the wake of global challenges such as COVID-19.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree programme (or equivalent) and have completed at least one academic year.
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate programme (master’s level or higher).
- Have recently graduated from an eligible university programme—internships must begin within one year of graduation.
Other Requirements
- Demonstrated passion for international development and global issues.
- Strong written and spoken proficiency in at least one UN working language (English or French).
- Fluency in the language of the host UNFPA office—which may include Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish.
- Ability to thrive in multicultural environments and work effectively in diverse teams.
Note: Candidates with an immediate family member (parent, child, or sibling) employed by UNFPA are not eligible to apply.
Core Values and Competencies
UNFPA Values:
- Integrity and accountability
- Commitment to UN principles and the UNFPA mandate
- Cultural sensitivity and inclusion
- Adaptability and openness to change
Core Competencies:
- Achievement orientation and accountability
- Strategic and analytical thinking
- Professionalism and business acumen, and
- Teamwork and effective collaboration
Financial Support
UNFPA offers a monthly stipend to interns who are not sponsored by external sources such as universities or governments.
- The amount is based on the duty station or remote work location.
- Stipends are paid in local currency at the end of each month.
Inclusive and Supportive Work Environment
The organization strongly encourages applications from underrepresented and marginalised groups, including women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and ethnic people. UNFPA ensures equal opportunities in recruitment, training, and career development—promoting work-life balance, personal growth, and professional advancement.
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How to Apply
Application Deadline: 31 December 2025, Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year. So Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early via the official UNFPA Careers Portal.
Important Notice
- UNFPA does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Do not disclose financial or personal bank information during the application process.
- For full details on diversity and inclusion initiatives or to apply, visit the official UNFPA website
