Job ID : 252405
Job Network :
Job Family : HST
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
Intern – Capacity Building and Sustainable Urban Development
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is seeking an Intern to support its Capacity Building and Sustainable Urban Development initiatives.
This internship is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in global urban development projects, policies, and strategies.
The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya , and falls under the Internship (I-1) category within the Human Settlements (HST) job family . The application deadline is March 7, 2025 .
The selected intern will work closely with UN-Habitat’s urban development experts to support research, policy analysis, and capacity-building efforts.
They will assist in developing training materials, organizing workshops, and contributing to knowledge-sharing platforms focused on sustainable urbanization.
Additionally, the intern will help analyze urban development trends, assist in project documentation, and support communication efforts to engage stakeholders, including local governments, NGOs, and academic institutions.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to UN-Habitat’s mission of promoting socially and environmentally sustainable cities. It will provide valuable experience in urban governance, policy planning, and sustainable development initiatives.
The ideal candidate should have a strong academic background in urban planning, environmental studies, international development, or related fields , along with excellent research, analytical, and communication skills .
By joining UN-Habitat, the intern will gain first-hand exposure to global urban challenges and solutions, build professional networks, and enhance their expertise in sustainable city development.
This internship is an excellent stepping stone for individuals aspiring to build a career in international urban policy and development.