United Nations UNDP Internship For Students and Graduates 2026 | $1000 Stipend
Job Description
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is now accepting applications for its highly competitive 2026 Internship Program, open to outstanding undergraduates and graduates from all countries worldwide.
This prestigious internship offers paid, hands-on experience in an international environment—designed to equip young professionals with the skills, exposure, and global mindset needed to drive sustainable development.
UNDP Internship 2026 – Summary
- Host: United Nations (UNDP)
- Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
- Category: Internships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: $1000 Monthly Stipend | Training | International Work Experience
- Deadline: December 3, 2025
Program Details
The internship will take place at the UNDP Information and Technology Management (ITM) Unit in Copenhagen. ITM supports UNDP Country Offices across more than 170 countries, providing ICT solutions, digital learning, and green energy support to accelerate global development.
UNDP is seeking People Development Interns with knowledge or interest in areas such as:
- Onboarding & People Management
- Leadership Development
- Capability & Career Development
- Data & Knowledge Management
- Evaluation
- Communication
This is a rare opportunity to work within one of the world’s largest development organizations, contributing to efforts that address poverty, gender equality, climate change, good governance, and crisis prevention.
Available Position
UNDP is recruiting 10 People Development Interns for its Copenhagen office.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet one of the educational conditions:
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program; OR
- In the final year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s level or equivalent); OR
- Recently graduated (must begin internship within one year of graduation).
Additional Requirements:
- Strong IT skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Power BI, Power Automate).
- Knowledge of design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Illustrator, InDesign) is an added advantage.
- Experience with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate 360, Captivate, HTML5) is an asset.
- Applicants from any country can apply.
Internship Duration & Benefits
- Duration: 6 months (February 2 – July 31, 2026)
- Stipend: Approximately $1000 per month (based on Copenhagen rates)
- Monthly payments; part-time interns receive prorated stipends.
- A chance to gain world-class international experience with the UN.
Competencies Required
Core Skills:
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Strong collaboration skills
- Analytical and problem-solving strengths
Desired Skills:
- Strong IT and software proficiency
- Fluency in English (French or Spanish is an added advantage)
- Creativity and design knowledge (Adobe Suite, Canva, etc.)
How to Apply for the UNDP Internship 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Click the application button below.
- Select your preferred internship stream/area of interest.
- Upload all required documents in one PDF file (max 10MB).
- Submit before the specific deadline for each internship track.
- If applying for multiple internships, register separately for each one.
Apply here
Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet one of the educational conditions:
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program; OR
- In the final year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s level or equivalent); OR
- Recently graduated (must begin internship within one year of graduation).
Additional Requirements:
- Strong IT skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Power BI, Power Automate).
- Knowledge of design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Illustrator, InDesign) is an added advantage.
- Experience with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate 360, Captivate, HTML5) is an asset.
- Applicants from any country can apply.
Internship Duration & Benefits
- Duration: 6 months (February 2 – July 31, 2026)
- Stipend: Approximately $1000 per month (based on Copenhagen rates)
- Monthly payments; part-time interns receive prorated stipends.
- A chance to gain world-class international experience with the UN.
Competencies Required
Core Skills:
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Strong collaboration skills
- Analytical and problem-solving strengths
Desired Skills:
- Strong IT and software proficiency
- Fluency in English (French or Spanish is an added advantage)
- Creativity and design knowledge (Adobe Suite, Canva, etc.)
How to Apply for the UNDP Internship 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Click the application button below.
- Select your preferred internship stream/area of interest.
- Upload all required documents in one PDF file (max 10MB).
- Submit before the specific deadline for each internship track.
- If applying for multiple internships, register separately for each one.