{"id":11999,"date":"2025-11-15T01:30:29","date_gmt":"2025-11-15T01:30:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=11999"},"modified":"2025-11-15T01:30:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-15T01:30:29","slug":"paid-internships-with-unfpa-country-regional-offices-in-africa-asia-and-latin-america-the-caribbean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=11999","title":{"rendered":"UNFPA Global Internship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunities for Students and Recent Graduates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"671\">Are you passionate about global development, gender equality, and creating positive change for women and young people? The <strong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"463\">UNFPA Global Internship\u00a0 2025<\/strong> offers an exceptional opportunity to gain professional experience with the United Nations Population Fund\u2014one of the world\u2019s leading UN agencies working to improve reproductive health, rights, and wellbeing.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"869\">This article breaks down everything you need to know about the programme, including <strong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"785\">eligibility requirements<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"803\">competencies<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"817\">benefits<\/strong>, and a snapshot of <strong data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"868\">current internship openings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"906\"><strong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"906\">About UNFPA Internships<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1150\">UNFPA is the United Nations agency dedicated to ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person\u2019s potential is fulfilled. Through its Strategic Plan (2022\u20132025), UNFPA continues its global mission to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1278\">\n<li data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1187\">\n<p data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1187\">End preventable maternal deaths<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1226\">\n<p data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1226\">End unmet need for family planning<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1278\">\n<p data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1278\">End gender-based violence and harmful practices<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1503\">Internships with UNFPA offer a meaningful pathway to support this mission while gaining hands-on experience in international development, humanitarian response, data analysis, programme management, communications, and more.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1557\"><strong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1557\">Why Join the UNFPA Internship Programme?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1770\">As an intern, you will work with a team committed to defending human rights, promoting gender equality, and accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNFPA seeks candidates who can:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1938\">\n<li data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1800\">\n<p data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1800\"><strong data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1800\">Transform and innovate<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1841\">\n<p data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1841\"><strong data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1841\">Inspire communities and colleagues<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1888\">\n<p data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1888\"><strong data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1888\">Deliver sustainable, high-impact results<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1938\">\n<p data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1938\"><strong data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1938\">Demonstrate transparency and accountability<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2093\">If you are looking for an internship that allows you to contribute to global change while building your professional experience, this programme is ideal.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2127\"><strong data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2127\">Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2246\">To apply for a UNFPA internship, candidates must meet <em data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2188\">one<\/em> of the following requirements at the time of application:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2615\">\n<li data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2329\">\n<p data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2329\">Be enrolled in a <strong data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2300\">postgraduate degree programme<\/strong> (Master\u2019s level or higher)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2420\">\n<p data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2420\">Be in the <strong data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2356\">final year<\/strong> of a first university degree (Bachelor\u2019s level or equivalent)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2502\">\n<p data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2502\">Have <strong data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2450\">recently graduated<\/strong>, and able to start the internship within one year<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2615\">\n<p data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2615\">Be enrolled in a <strong data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2563\">postgraduate professional traineeship<\/strong>, where the internship forms part of the programme<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2644\"><strong data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2644\">Family Restrictions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2835\">\n<li data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2714\">\n<p data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2714\">Children or siblings of current UNFPA staff are <strong data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2711\">not eligible<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2835\">\n<p data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2835\">Relatives may apply, but <strong data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2752\">cannot<\/strong> work in the same unit or be supervised directly\/indirectly by their family member.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2872\"><strong data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2872\">Competencies and Values<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2894\"><strong data-start=\"2878\" data-end=\"2894\">UNFPA Values<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2996\">\n<li data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2908\">\n<p data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2908\">Integrity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2940\">\n<p data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2940\">Commitment to the UN system<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2973\">\n<p data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2973\">Embracing cultural diversity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"2996\">\n<p data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2996\">Openness to change<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2998\" data-end=\"3023\"><strong data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3023\">Core Competencies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3170\">\n<li data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3045\">\n<p data-start=\"3026\" data-end=\"3045\">Achieving results<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3046\" data-end=\"3064\">\n<p data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3064\">Accountability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3091\">\n<p data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3091\">Professional expertise<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3129\">\n<p data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3129\">Analytical and strategic thinking<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3170\">\n<p data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3170\">Teamwork and relationship management<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3287\">These competencies reflect UNFPA\u2019s high standards and ensure interns are well-prepared for global leadership roles.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3326\"><strong data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3326\">Compensation and Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3489\">UNFPA interns receive a <strong data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3371\">monthly stipend<\/strong> to support living expenses, unless funded by an external organization such as a university or government scholarship.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3491\" data-end=\"3503\">Key details:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3670\">\n<li data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3562\">\n<p data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3562\">Stipend amount depends on the <strong data-start=\"3536\" data-end=\"3560\">agreed place of work<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3606\">\n<p data-start=\"3565\" data-end=\"3606\">Payments are typically made <strong data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3604\">monthly<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3670\">\n<p data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3670\">Remote internships may offer different stipend arrangements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3696\"><strong data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"3696\">How to Apply<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3846\">You can view all current UNFPA internship vacancies by searching for <strong data-start=\"3767\" data-end=\"3796\">\u201cInternships\/Fellowships\u201d<\/strong> under the job category on UNFPA\u2019s careers portal.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3853\" data-end=\"3876\"><strong data-start=\"3856\" data-end=\"3876\">Important Notice<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3878\" data-end=\"4030\">UNFPA does <strong data-start=\"3889\" data-end=\"3896\">not<\/strong> charge application, processing, training, or recruitment fees.<br data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"3962\" \/>Suspected fraud can be reported to the official UNFPA fraud hotline.<\/p>\n<h1 data-start=\"4037\" data-end=\"4082\"><strong data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4082\">Current Internship Opportunities (2025)<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4159\">For the latest opportunities, please visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unfpa.org\/jobs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.unfpa.org\/jobs<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4159\">Here are some highlighted openings from the <strong>UNFPA Global Internship Roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4161\" data-end=\"4216\"><strong data-start=\"4165\" data-end=\"4214\">1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unfpa.org\/jobs\/data-reporting-intern-programme-division-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Data Reporting Intern \u2013 Programme Division<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4217\" data-end=\"4322\">\n<li data-start=\"4217\" data-end=\"4255\">\n<p data-start=\"4219\" data-end=\"4255\"><strong data-start=\"4219\" data-end=\"4236\">Closing Date:<\/strong> 21 November 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4256\" data-end=\"4288\">\n<p data-start=\"4258\" data-end=\"4288\"><strong data-start=\"4258\" data-end=\"4271\">Location:<\/strong> Nairobi, Kenya<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4289\" data-end=\"4322\">\n<p data-start=\"4291\" data-end=\"4322\"><strong data-start=\"4291\" data-end=\"4309\">Contract Type:<\/strong> Internship<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4324\" data-end=\"4382\"><strong data-start=\"4328\" data-end=\"4380\">2<a href=\"https:\/\/www.unfpa.org\/jobs\/results-reporting-intern-programme-division-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">. Results Reporting Intern \u2013 Programme Division<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4383\" data-end=\"4488\">\n<li data-start=\"4383\" data-end=\"4421\">\n<p data-start=\"4385\" data-end=\"4421\"><strong data-start=\"4385\" data-end=\"4402\">Closing Date:<\/strong> 21 November 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4422\" data-end=\"4454\">\n<p data-start=\"4424\" data-end=\"4454\"><strong data-start=\"4424\" data-end=\"4437\">Location:<\/strong> Nairobi, Kenya<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4455\" data-end=\"4488\">\n<p data-start=\"4457\" data-end=\"4488\"><strong data-start=\"4457\" data-end=\"4475\">Contract Type:<\/strong> Internship<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4490\" data-end=\"4549\"><strong data-start=\"4494\" data-end=\"4547\">3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unfpa.org\/jobs\/intern-women-centre-global-repository\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Intern \u2013 Women at the Centre Global Repository<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4550\" data-end=\"4655\">\n<li data-start=\"4550\" data-end=\"4588\">\n<p data-start=\"4552\" data-end=\"4588\"><strong data-start=\"4552\" data-end=\"4569\">Closing Date:<\/strong> 27 November 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4589\" data-end=\"4621\">\n<p data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4621\"><strong data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4604\">Location:<\/strong> Nairobi, Kenya<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4622\" data-end=\"4655\">\n<p data-start=\"4624\" data-end=\"4655\"><strong data-start=\"4624\" data-end=\"4642\">Contract Type:<\/strong> Internship<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4657\" data-end=\"4699\"><strong data-start=\"4661\" data-end=\"4697\">4. <a href=\"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/2025\/10\/14\/unfpa-global-internship-roster-2025-paid-opportunities-for-students-and-graduates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Internship Roster 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4700\" data-end=\"4809\">\n<li data-start=\"4700\" data-end=\"4738\">\n<p data-start=\"4702\" data-end=\"4738\"><strong data-start=\"4702\" data-end=\"4719\">Closing Date:<\/strong> 31 December 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4739\" data-end=\"4775\">\n<p data-start=\"4741\" data-end=\"4775\"><strong data-start=\"4741\" data-end=\"4754\">Location:<\/strong> Multiple Locations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4776\" data-end=\"4809\">\n<p data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"4809\"><strong data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"4796\">Contract Type:<\/strong> Internship<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4816\" data-end=\"4837\"><strong data-start=\"4819\" data-end=\"4837\">Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4839\" data-end=\"5178\">The UNFPA Global Internship Roster 2025 is a powerful stepping stone for young professionals eager to make an impact in international development. Whether your interests lie in programme work, research, gender advocacy, data, or global health, this internship equips you with the skills and experience needed to launch a meaningful career.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5180\" data-end=\"5317\">If you&#8217;re passionate about advancing human rights and empowering women and youth globally, this is an opportunity you don\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you passionate about global development, gender equality, and creating positive change for women and young people? The UNFPA Global Internship\u00a0 2025 offers an exceptional opportunity to gain professional experience with the United Nations Population Fund\u2014one of the world\u2019s leading UN agencies working to improve reproductive health, rights, and wellbeing. 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