United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Internship 2026 – Programme and Administrative Support - Apply by 25 December 2025

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Internship 2026 – Programme and Administrative Support - Apply by 25 December 2025

Organization	United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Department/Office	Evaluation Office (EOU)
Post Name	Intern for Programme and Administrative Support
Job Category	Internship, I-1
Duty Station	Nairobi
Work Location	Office-base
Contract Duration	6 months
Salary/Stipend	Not remunerated; interns cover own expenses
Last Date	25 December 2025

UNEP is the United Nations’ designated entity for addressing environmental issues at global and regional levels. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus, keep the global environment under review, and bring emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

This internship offers hands-on experience in programme and administrative support within a UN evaluation office. Interns will work closely with evaluation officers, support data management, reporting, and communications, and gain exposure to international environmental policy and evaluation processes.

• Administrative Support:
  • Support IT and security focal points, manage record keeping, gate passes, and ICT-related needs.
  • Support office space, equipment, and services’ needs.
• Evaluation Function Support:
  • Ensure proper format and filing of evaluation reports, disseminate finalized reports, and provide logistical support for evaluation managers.
  • Assist with ad-hoc tasks for the evaluation function.
• Data Management and Reporting:
  • Assist in developing and maintaining databases, preparing datasets, automating data extraction, and conducting data quality checks.
  • Translate data results into written reports or presentations and support document generation tools.
• Communication:
  • Assist in public disclosure of evaluation reports, update content for internal/external platforms, and support production of communication products.
  • Liaise between evaluation managers and other staff, provide technical support for design/layout, and implement improvements to communication methods.

• Must be enrolled in or have completed undergraduate studies in Environmental Management, Development Studies, or International Policy.
• Must meet one of the following:
  • Enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
  • Enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
• Applicants must be a student in the final year of a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD programme, or have completed such a programme.

No specific age limit; eligibility is based on academic status and field of study.

Undergraduate studies in Environmental Management, Development Studies, or International Policy. Must be in the final year of a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD programme, or have completed such a programme.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrable skills in organizing, methodical follow-up, and tracking knowledge.
• Good organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, confidence in using modern software and ICT platforms.
• Resourcefulness, strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and in a team, and ability to establish effective working relations across gender and cultural barriers.

Post	Duty Station	Duration	Work Type
Intern for Programme and Administrative Support	Nairobi	6 months	Office-based

No category-wise breakdown is provided; the internship is open to all eligible candidates.

No application fee is charged; the United Nations does not charge at any stage of the recruitment process.

• Date Posted: 11 December 2025
• Application Deadline: 25 December 2025
• Contract Duration: 6 months (office-based)

• Applications are reviewed for eligibility and relevant academic background.
• Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for further assessment or interview.
• Selected interns must provide an official certificate at a later stage.

• Direct exposure to UN environmental policy and evaluation processes.
• Hands-on experience in data management, reporting, and communications.
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment and build professional networks.

• Interns are not financially remunerated; costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution.
• Interns must arrange for their own visa and work/employment authorization if not a citizen or permanent resident of Kenya.
• No pension or annual leave; interns are not staff members.
• Interns are expected to work full time for the duration of the internship.

• Interns must have health insurance coverage and provide proof of enrolment.
• Interns are not eligible for UN posts during the internship period.
• All expenses beyond the internship period are borne by the intern or sponsoring entity.

• Visit the official job page: careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/268703 and click “Apply Now”.
• Submit your application with required documents (resume, academic proof, and statement of eligibility).
• Applications must be submitted before the deadline.

• Apply Online: careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/268703
• UNEP Main Site: www.unep.org

• Is this internship paid? No, UNEP does not provide a stipend; interns cover their own expenses.
• What is the duration of the internship? Six months, office-based in Nairobi.
• Who can apply? Students in the final year of a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD programme, or recent graduates in Environmental Management, Development Studies, or International Policy.
• Which languages are required? Fluency in spoken and written English is required; French is an asset.
• Is there any application fee? No, the United Nations does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Does UNEP provide visa, travel, or accommodation? No, interns are responsible for visas, travel, accommodation, and related costs.
• Can interns apply for UNEP posts during the internship? No, interns are not eligible to apply for or be appointed to UNEP posts during the internship period.