INTERN: UNESCO Internship Programme 2025 | Gain Experience in Global Policy, Culture, and Education
The UNESCO Internship Programme is a dynamic learning opportunity designed for current graduate students or those who earned a Master’s or higher in the past 12 months. Internships span from 1 to 6 months and take place at UNESCO’s global offices, including headquarters in Paris and field locations. Interns work across sectors—from cultural heritage and education to digital media, science, and governance.
What Interns Do
- Engage substantively with projects on global education initiatives, heritage preservation, scientific outreach, and communications strategies aligned with UNESCO’s mandate.
- Participate in internal meetings, training, and have access to resources like UNESCO’s digital library and tools, enhancing professional development.
- Work in-person with potential for hybrid or remote arrangements, depending on specific office policies and project needs.
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Who Should Apply?
- You must be enrolled in a graduate program (MA, PhD, or equivalent) or have completed one within the last year. Interns in secretarial or technical assistant roles may qualify if enrolled in specialized institutions.
- Fluency in English or French is required; proficiency in the other language is an advantage.
- You should be tech-savvy, collaborative, and prepared to adapt to international environments.
- Note: UNESCO internships are unpaid, and participants must cover costs like accommodation, travel, visa, and insurance.
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Why Apply
UNESCO internships offer unique exposure to UN policymaking and cultural development at a global scale. You’ll gain practical experience in high-impact sectors, access to institutional knowledge, and opportunities for mentorship and network-building that amplify academic credentials and professional pathways.
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How to Apply
Applications are submitted via UNESCO’s careers portal. Prepare your résumé, motivational statement, proof of enrollment or graduation, and readiness details ahead of the rolling application windows. Act early if you’re seeking placements in the May–August 2025 cycle or autumn 2025.
👉 https://careers.unesco.org/
Conclusion
A UNESCO internship provides more than professional experience—it offers a practical immersion into the fields of education, culture, or science at an international level, with access to global resources and editorial exposure at a landmark UN agency.
Tip
Tailor your motivation letter to reflect your interest in UNESCO’s mission, highlight relevant academic or volunteer experience in education, culture, or science, and apply well before deadlines to increase your placement chances.
Bridge academic passion with global policy through a UNESCO internship.
