UNICEF EPP Internship 2026

The UNICEF EPP (Education, Programme and Policy) Internship is a paid internship programme that places students and recent graduates within UNICEF country offices, regional offices or headquarters to work on projects supporting child protection, education, health, emergency response and related areas. Interns join professional teams, receive mentorship, and gain hands-on experience in programme management, research, communications and policy work. Assignments and specific duties vary by office and recruitment cycle.

Paid internship/stipend (for eligible interns); professional mentoring; practical experience on international development projects; networking opportunities; exposure to multicultural work environments; development of research, communication and leadership skills.

Applicants should be enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate programme, or have graduated recently according to UNICEF's internship policy; applicants must meet any specific requirements listed for the selected internship vacancy and are expected to demonstrate strong academic performance and proficiency in English.

Visit the official UNICEF careers portal, search for EPP Internship vacancies, review vacancy requirements and complete the online application form uploading required documents.