Internship Opportunities at the United Nations – Nairobi, Kenya

Are you passionate about making a difference in global governance, urban development, environmental sustainability, and administration? The United Nations is offering several internship opportunities in Nairobi, Kenya, across various departments. These positions provide an excellent opportunity for young professionals and students to gain hands-on experience in an international working environment.

Available Internship Positions:

1. Team Assistant (Job ID: 254674)

Department/Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi
Job Network: Management and Administration
Job Family: Administration
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 20, 2025
Job Description:

• Provide administrative support to various teams.
• Assist in organizing meetings, conferences, and events.
• Handle correspondence, documentation, and filing.
• Support project coordination and liaise with different departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

2. Intern – Urban Finance & Economy (Job ID: 254304)

Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Job Network: Management and Administration
Job Family: Administration
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 19, 2025
Job Description:

• Conduct research on urban economic development and finance models.
• Assist in data analysis and policy recommendations.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and policy briefs.
• Engage with stakeholders on urban finance projects.
• Provide logistical support for meetings and workshops.

3. Intern – Graphic Design and Communication (Job ID: 253983)

Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Job Network: Management and Administration
Job Family: Administration
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 12, 2025
Job Description:

• Assist in designing digital and print materials for UN-Habitat.
• Support content creation for social media and outreach campaigns.
• Work on branding and visual identity projects.
• Help in the development of infographics and reports.
• Provide general support to the communication team.

4. Intern – Data Analyst and Information Management (Job ID: 253805)

Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Job Network: Management and Administration
Job Family: Administration
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 12, 2025
Job Description:

• Assist in data collection, management, and visualization.
• Analyze datasets to support project outcomes.
• Work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools.
• Develop dashboards and digital reports.
• Provide technical support to the team on data-driven projects.

5. Intern – Project Support LAC (Job ID: 253978)

Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Job Network: Economic, Social and Development
Job Family: Programme Management
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 12, 2025
Job Description:

• Provide project management support for UN-Habitat initiatives in the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region.
• Assist in coordinating activities between stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of project reports and presentations.
• Conduct background research and data collection.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

6. One Health Intern (Job ID: 252546)

Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Job Network: Economic, Social and Development
Job Family: Environmental Affairs
Duty Station: Nairobi
Deadline: March 11, 2025
Job Description:

• Support research on environmental health and sustainability.
• Assist in policy analysis and drafting of reports.
• Contribute to projects on biodiversity, climate change, and pollution.
• Engage with partners in the health and environment sectors.
• Help in organizing events and knowledge-sharing sessions.

How to Apply

If you are eager to gain international work experience, enhance your skills, and contribute to the United Nations’ global mission, apply for these internship positions today.

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