Climate and Health Intern (Remote/Home-Based)

• Advocates and promotes the vision, mission and strategic goals of UNDP;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
• Able to communicate clearly verbally and through email;
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of data analysis and info-graphic tools and a willingness to learn new applications.
• Strong research and writing skills; 
• Editing skills are helpful; and 
• Knowledge in health and development issues.

Qualified candidates must be:

1. Currently enrolled in a graduate school programme as a full-time student in International Studies, Science, Public Health, Public Policy or Development Studies or another relevant and other related topics) (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
2. Enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
3. Have graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation;
4. Applicants must state their availability. Some flexibility will be allowed in the starting date and days worked per week.

Experience:

• Experience working in health and/or development with extensive academic training in related areas;
• Experience in the development and conduct of research and writing assignments;
• Experience in data analysis and presentation;
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages.

a) Status: Although not considered a staff member of UNDP, interns shall be subject to the authority of the Administrator and the authority delegated by Administrator to the Heads of Bureaux and Offices. Interns are not entitled to the privileges and immunities accorded by member states to UNDP, its officials and staff members. 

b) Financial Support: UNDP will not pay interns but will provide a monthly stipend in accordance with the provisions of the UNDP Internship policy; all other expenses connected with it will be borne by the intern or by the sponsoring Government or institution; 

c) Medical Health and Life Coverage: UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs or fatality arising from illness or accidents incurred during the internship; therefore, the intern must carry adequate and regular medical and life insurance. The intern must provide proof of enrollment in health insurance plan.

d) Passports and Visas: Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary passport and visas when required. UNDP will issue only a letter stating acceptance of an individual as an intern and the conditions governing the internship. 

e) Confidentiality and Publication of Information: As an intern, I will respect the confidentiality of information that I collect or am exposed to at UNDP. No reports or papers may be published based on information obtained from UNDP without the explicit written authorization of the Head of Bureaux or Office. 

f) Employment Prospects: The UNDP Internship Programme is not connected with employment and there is no expectancy of such. Interns cannot apply for posts advertised internally to UNDP staff during the period of internship.

Interested candidates must submit the following as part of their application:

• CV
• Motivation Letter
• Clear information on academic status, either:
  • If currently enrolled: specify the name of the university, field of study, current year of studies, and academic year (e.g., 3rd year of Bachelor studies, academic year 2025/2026)
  • If graduated: indicate the exact graduation date and name of the university

Applications that do not clearly indicate the required academic information will not be considered.

For more information on internship eligibility and conditions, please refer to the UNDP Internship Policy [link removed].

Only shortlisted applicants will be required to submit the following documentation: 

• Letter from his/her university confirming current enrolment and graduation date or copy of diploma if already graduated.
• Copy of his/her school transcript.
• Endorsement letter or letter of reference in English language from a faculty member with University heading, signed

The successful candidate will be asked to provide, prior to commencing work, the following documentation:

• A signed UNDP Internship Agreement.
• Medical Certificate of Good Health.
• Proof of medical insurance