The applicants will be selected based on the eligibility criteria.
UNESCO Governing Bodies Internship 2026
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Eligibility
UG, PG, and PhD students
Region
France
Award
Variable benefits
Deadline
31-Dec-2026
About The Program
UNESCO Governing Bodies Internship 2026 is offered by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The internship provides an opportunity for eligible students and recent graduates to work with the Governing Bodies Secretariat, contributing to reports, research, and the preparation of sessions of the Executive Board and General Conference. Selected applicants will gain hands-on exposure to the functioning of UNESCO's governance structures and international diplomacy.
EligibilityDeadline Date: 31-Dec-2026
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be at least 20 years old at the time of application
- be currently enrolled in the 3rd (third) year or final year of a Bachelor's degree; OR
- be currently enrolled in a second university degree, Master's, or PhD degree or equivalent; OR
- have completed a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree within the last 12 months (as per the diploma completion date)
- have an excellent command, both written and spoken, of English or French
- know about computer systems and office-related software
- possess strong interpersonal and communication skills
Note: If the applicant is applying for a technical/vocational assignment, be enrolled in a specialized technical/vocational institution and be in the final year of study, or have graduated within the last 12 months
Benefits
The selected applicants will receive the following benefits:
- Gain hands-on experience in social media, web management, press relations, photography, and publishing at UNESCO Headquarters
- Internship duration of 1 to 6 months
- 2.5 days of leave per month, plus an additional 1 working day per complete month of internship
- Limited workplace insurance coverage against risk of injury, illness, disability, or death incurred during the internship and directly attributable to its execution
Note: UNESCO does not remunerate interns. There is no compensation, financial or otherwise, for internship assignments.
Documents
- ID card or passport
- Certificate of Enrollment
- Transcript of Record
How can you apply?
Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
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Step 4: Click on ‘Create an account’.
Step 5: Fill in the required details and then click on ‘Create Account '.
Step 6: Sign in with your credentials and proceed with your application.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 31st December 2026
Selection Criteria
Terms and Conditions
- Only English or French may be used for the application.
- Applicants must ensure their contact details remain valid for the next 6 months.
- Applying does not guarantee placement, as UNESCO receives more qualified applications than it can place.
- UNESCO does not respond to every applicant individually.
Contact Details
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
7 place Fontenoy
75007 Paris, France
UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia
1 San Martin Marg
Chanakyapuri
New Delhi 110021, India
Email ID: newdelhi@unesco.org Contact Number: +91-11 26111867
Contact Number: +33 (0)1 4568 1000
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is offering this opportunity.
Question: Is the UNESCO internship paid?
Answer: No. UNESCO does not remunerate interns; there is no financial compensation for internship assignments.
Question: What is the duration of the UNESCO internship?
Answer: The internship duration ranges from 1 to 6 months.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the UNESCO Internship?
Answer: The application deadline is 31st December 2026 (midnight, Paris time).
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