Internship Roster 2026 - 2027 for Programme and Operations

The internship offers an opportunity to gain meaningful professional experience in an international development environment, supporting the implementation of programme activities and assisting in operational and administrative functions within the Regional and/or Country Offices of UN Women Europe and Central Asia Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of how gender equality and women's empowerment are promoted through UN Women programmes and activities.
• Gain meaningful professional experience in an international development environment, contributing to career development and future employment opportunities.
• Learn how to support women in enhancing their self-agency and developing skills in areas aligned with their interests and needs.
• Support the implementation of programme activities.
• Assist in operational and administrative functions within the Regional and/or Country Offices, as required.

Requirements

• A university degree in a field directly related, or otherwise relevant, to the programme for which you are applying is required.
• Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher); or be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent); or be enrolled in a mandatory national service programme of which the internship may form a part; or have recently graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must start the internship within two-year of post-graduation (maximum).
• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of another official UN language (French, Arabic, Chinese, or Spanish) is an advantage.
• Sound Analytical Writing Skills.
• Interest in Gender issues.
• Strong Research skills.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office; familiarity with basic design applications are asset.
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative settings.
• Ability to multi-task and address competing priorities.
• Ability to produce high-quality deliverables in a timely manner.

Skills

• Analytical Writing
• Research Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic Design Applications
• Programme Implementation
• Operational Support
• Administrative Support
• Multi-tasking Skills
• Deliverable Production

Languages

English, French, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish