Remote paid internship for students and recent graduates to gain experience in digital development with UNDP

Overview

Global program managed by UNDP Chief Digital Office

Focuses on integrating digital technology in development projects across 170 countries

Aligns with Digital Strategy 2022–2025 for empowering people and planet

Goals

• Use digital technology in development projects
• Support government partners in building inclusive digital ecosystems
• Transform UNDP internally to enable digital initiatives

Benefits

Stipend covers basic costs other expenses borne by intern or sponsoring institution

Eligibility Requirements

Educational qualifications

• Enrolled in graduate school program (second university degree or higher)
• In final year of first university degree (bachelor’s level or equivalent)
• Graduated with university degree and start internship within one year of graduation

Skills and competencies

• Plan and monitor work deliver quality by deadlines
• Open to new ideas practical problem solver
• Curious share knowledge learn from mistakes
• Adapt to change handle ambiguity
• Motivated calm under pressure confident
• Build positive relationships show empathy
• Appreciate diversity confront discrimination
• Database management communication multitasking skills

Internship Timeline

Workstreams

Applicants choose top three workstreams

• Inclusive Digital Ecosystems
  • Shape rights-based digital ecosystems
  • Build inclusive digital infrastructure
  • Research ethical technology and connectivity
  • Manage knowledge and thought leadership
• Country Office Support & Capacity Building
  • Assess digital readiness
  • Support national data policies governance
  • Enhance access to capacity-building resources
  • Create empowering tools for governments
• UNDP Digital Strategy Development & Implementation
  • Promote global thought leadership
  • Manage digital guides
  • Support Chief Digital Officer tasks
• Business Operations
  • Assist in hiring procurement
  • Monitor Procurement Plans
  • Plan meetings workshops travel
  • Ensure compliance with policies
• Communications
  • Create content for communication channels
  • Map media sources and partners
  • Organize webinars events
  • Document lessons learned
• Thought Leadership Engagement Partnerships
  • Explore partnerships with tech companies foundations
  • Support partner outreach
  • Engage in global UN processes
  • Promote UNDP digital leadership
• Product Design Build Management
  • Design digital products like apps AI tools
  • Plan and write proposals
  • Collaborate with developers
  • Test and improve products

Required Documents

• Cover letter in English
• Comprehensive CV in English
• Completed online form at Airtable

If selected additional documents

• University letter confirming enrollment and graduation date
• Professor’s letter of recommendation
• Recent school transcript
• Passport copy
• Visa copy (if in US)
• UNDP internship application form
• Signed UNDP Internship Agreement
• Medical Certificate of Good Health
• Proof of Health Insurance

Application Process

• Verify eligibility against requirements
• Prepare cover letter CV other documents
• Complete Airtable form at Airtable
• Submit by September 1 2025
• Await response only shortlisted candidates contacted

Tips for Application Success

• Prepare application early
• Tailor application to preferred workstreams
• Highlight relevant skills with examples
• Proofread for professionalism
• Follow instructions precisely

Key Considerations

• Stipend may not cover all costs
• Interns must provide health insurance proof
• Visa arrangements responsibility of applicant
• No employment guarantee post-internship
• Confidentiality of unpublished materials required

Why Choose UNDP Internship

• Contribute to global issues like poverty climate change inequality
• Develop skills in digital transformation project management
• Network with professionals across 170 countries
• Gain UN experience for career advancement
• Flexible remote work arrangement

Next Steps

Prepare materials early follow guidelines

Monitor UNDP Jobs for updates

Submit application by September 1 2025