United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) BCA-IEG Support Internship for Freshers 2026 – New York, United States | Open to All - Stipend $1,000–$1,500 per month

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) BCA-IEG Support Internship for Freshers 2026 – New York, United States | Open to All - Stipend $1,000–$1,500 per month

UNDP is the UN’s lead agency on international development, working in around 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty, reduce inequality, and build resilience for sustainable development.

Its work focuses on three main areas: sustainable development, democratic governance and peacebuilding, and climate and disaster resilience.

The BCA-IEG Support Internship at UNDP New York offers outstanding graduate students and recent graduates direct exposure to UNDP’s work in nature, climate, energy, and waste, particularly in supporting Indigenous Peoples, Local Communities, and Afro-Descendant Peoples (IPLCs and ADPs) through the International Environmental Guardianship (IEG) and the 8 Billion Hour Pledge.

Interns gain technical knowledge and hands-on experience in global policy, programme coordination, and community engagement in the context of biodiversity, climate, and environmental governance.

• Support the International Environmental Guardianship (IEG):
  • Assist in planning, organizing, and documenting international events and workshops, including COP30 side events, G20 engagements, and parallel sessions.
  • Prepare and manage funding arrangements for IEG activities, including budget planning, financial tracking, and reporting
  • Contribute to budget forecasting and expenditure monitoring for IEG projects, ensuring accurate allocation of funds for travel, workshops, and community participation.
  • Support engagement and coordination with external stakeholders.
  • Undertake day-to-day activities and internal/external communications.
  • Manage and maintain relevant documents in a shared repository.
  • Respond to stakeholder queries and support regular interactions with key stakeholders.Support the 8 Billion Hour Pledge:
• • Help organize regional and global consultations or workshops related to the 8 Billion Hour Pledge, ensuring inclusive participation and dissemination of results.
  • Contribute to data collection, verification, and analysis of community-led actions recorded under the 8 Billion Hours Pledge, ensuring transparent and accurate time accounting in line with IEG standards.
• Support other Nature Hub projects/activities as needed.

• Must be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in fields such as international development, international policy, business administration, economics, finance, accounting, financial engineering, or related disciplines.
• Alternatively, candidates must have recently graduated and be able to start the internship within one year of graduation.
• Must meet any local work authorization requirements for the United States as applicable.
• Available full time for the full contract period (6 months).

No specific age limit is mentioned; eligibility is defined by university enrolment or recent graduation, and compliance with US legal requirements.

Candidates must be in or have completed relevant graduate studies in international development, international policy, business administration, economics, finance, accounting, financial engineering, or a closely related field, in line with UNDP’s internship education rules described above.

• Excellent analytical skills, with experience in research, drafting, and developing reports and knowledge products.
• Knowledge of the current state of affairs on biodiversity, including the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, is an asset.
• Experience developing social media materials is an advantage.
• Experience in programme management support and coordination among multiple stakeholders is an advantage.
• Experience in data collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation is an advantage.
• Knowledge in preparing webinars and (virtual) workshops, with experience in using Zoom, MS Teams, and other collaboration tools, is an asset.
• Fluency in English is required.

The notice does not provide category-wise or number-of-posts information; the internship is open to all eligible candidates irrespective of category.

No application fee is charged; UN and UNDP warn against any requests for payment in the recruitment process.

• Posting Date: 10 December 2025, 20:11
• Application Deadline: 18 December 2025, 10:29
• Contract Duration: 6 months (exact start date as per offer)

• Online application through UNDP Careers portal with required documents (CV and cover letter, as per instructions).
• Screening of applications based on eligibility, education, skills, and motivation.
• Shortlisted candidates may be invited for further assessments/interviews as per UNDP procedures.
• Final selection subject to reference and background checks, and adherence to UNDP’s zero-tolerance policies.

• Exposure to UNDP’s global policy work in nature, climate, energy, and waste, particularly in supporting Indigenous Peoples, Local Communities, and Afro-Descendant Peoples (IPLCs and ADPs).
• Experience in planning and organizing international events, workshops, and consultations.
• Insight into biodiversity credit markets, community-led nature projects, and innovative funding mechanisms like the 8 Billion Hour Pledge.
• Opportunities to develop communication, organization, analysis, and multi-tasking skills in a multicultural environment.

• Monthly stipend according to UNDP internship policy (reference value for 2025: typically in the range of $1,000–$1,500/month; future amounts as per updated policy).
• Accrual of leave at a rate of 1.5 days per month and off-days on official UN holidays in the United States.
• Opportunity to work full time in a UN policy centre with flexible arrangements where compatible with education programmes.
• Interns must have health insurance coverage and provide proof of enrolment.
• Interns are not staff members, are not eligible for UNDP posts during the internship period, and may not represent UNDP in an official capacity.
• All other expenses (travel, accommodation, visa, subsistence beyond stipend) are borne by the intern or sponsoring entity.

• Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from New York.
• Internship opportunities are only available to individuals with a legal right to reside and work in the United States.
• Non-US applicants must meet US visa requirements for internships, as set by national authorities.
• UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents, illness, or death during the internship.

• Go to the UNDP Careers portal and open the “BCA-IEG Support Internship – Job ID 30674” vacancy.
• Prepare a single PDF including:
  • Your resume (CV).
  • A cover letter (max. 1 page) stating:
    • Your interest in an internship with UNDP / Nature Hub / IEG
    • Your experience related to programme management, coordination, research, or community engagement.
• Submit your application via the “Apply Now” button before the deadline and ensure all fields are completed accurately.

• Apply Online / Job Notice: UNDP Careers – BCA-IEG Support Internship, Job ID 30674 (“Apply Now” button on job page).
• UNDP Main Site: https://www.undp.org

• Is this internship paid? Yes, UNDP provides a monthly stipend as per its internship policy; for 2025 the indicative amount is in the range of $1,000–$1,500 per month, with future rates set by updated policy.
• What is the duration of the internship? Six months, with the exact start date as per the offer.
• Who can apply? Graduate students or recent graduates meeting UNDP education criteria and legal right-to-work requirements in the United States.
• Which languages are required? English is required; knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
• Is there any application fee? No, UN and UNDP do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Does UNDP provide visa, travel, or accommodation? No, interns are responsible for visas, travel, accommodation, and related costs; only the stipend and leave entitlements mentioned are provided.
• Can interns apply for UNDP posts during the internship? No, interns are not eligible to apply for or be appointed to UNDP posts during the internship period.