United Nations Populations Fund Internship Programme – 2017
You can now apply for the United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) internship programme for 2017 as the UN body is pleased to offer internship positions for international students to study in the United States of America (USA).
The UNFPA Internship Programme offers a small group of outstanding students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNFPA operations. It is designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of UNFPA work.
Details of United Nations Populations Fund Internship Programme – 2017
Applicants should have expressed interest in the field of development; ability to adapt to new environments and work with individuals from different cultural backgrounds. Interns work under the supervision of a staff member at UNFPA. The background of the interns is matched with the needs of the organization.
Qualifying for an UNFPA Internship (Eligibility Criteria)
Candidates for the internship programme are selected on a competitive basis. The profiles of the interns are matched with the needs of the organization. The following qualifications are required for consideration:
- Students should be enrolled in an advanced degree programme or have recently graduated;
- Students must have written and spoken proficiency in English; fluency in French, Spanish or Arabic is an asset.
Financial Aspects of Programme & How To Apply!
Interns do not receive a salary or any other form of remuneration from UNFPA. The costs associated with an intern’s participation in the programme must be assumed either by the nominating institution, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students, or by the students themselves, who will have to meet living expenses as well as make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and other requirements. In addition, applicants must have medical insurance for the duration of the internship.
You can download the UNFPA Application Step-by-step Guide here!
Application Closing date:
All applications for the 2017 United Nations Populations Fund Internship Programme must be submitted not later than 31 December 2017 – 5:00pm (New York time).
Duty station: New York, USA.
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