United Nations University Innovation and Education Programme Internship 2026–2027

The United Nations University Innovation and Education Programme Internship is a full-time placement at UNU-IAS in Tokyo, Japan, focused on innovation, education, sustainability, and artificial intelligence in higher education. The internship runs from September 2026 to March 2027, with a stipend provided to partially subsidize living costs for eligible interns. It involves coordination, event support, knowledge product development, reporting, and documentation within the UN HESI Action Group.

Stipend to partially subsidize living costs; practical experience in international development, education, AI and sustainability; exposure to UN networks and events; involvement in knowledge-production activities (podcasts, webinars, reports).

Applicants should be in the final year of undergraduate study, enrolled in a graduate degree programme, or within two years post-graduation, with excellent written and oral English; knowledge of another UN language, including Japanese, is advantageous.

Complete the UNU P11 Form and include the required motivation statement and documentation confirming education status (transcript or proof of enrollment).