UNHCR Database and Analysis Internship 2026 - Rome | Apply by 16 January 2026 [PAID]

UNHCR Database and Analysis Internship 2026 - Rome | Apply by 16 January 2026

Organization	UNHCR - Private Sector Partnerships
Post Name	Database and Analysis Intern
Duty Station	Rome, Italy
Work Location	Onsite (Not Remote)
Work Schedule	Full-time (Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 5:00pm)
Allowance	Food & Transport Allowance provided (if eligible)
Last Date to Apply	16 January 2026

The Private Sector Partnerships (PSP) Unit in Italy raises funds from private donors and builds a supporter base to help refugees. The PSP DB&Analysis team manages the Database and CRM infrastructure, Software Architecture, Data Strategy, and Quality Analysis for all business areas. The intern will support data management and analysis under the supervision of the CRM Manager.

• Data Analysis & Reporting:
  • Provide support to deliver reports and analysis, conduct data queries, and selections to support various projects.
  • Use statistical tools and software to interpret data sets and identify trends or patterns.
  • Prepare reports and presentations based on data analysis.
• Database Management & Support:
  • Assist in collecting, cleaning, and managing data from various sources.
  • Support Salesforce project implementation, including Data Quality activities and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
  • Perform data cleansing activities to merge and convert duplicated contacts using CRM and advanced Excel functionalities.
• Administrative & Research:
  • Conduct literature reviews and background research upon request.
  • Provide general administrative support to the team and liaise with external services and suppliers.

• Education Status: Candidates must meet one of the following:
  • Be a recent graduate (completed studies within two years of applying); OR
  • Be a current student in a graduate/undergraduate programme from an accredited university.
• Academic Standing: Must have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a relevant field.
• Legal Status: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Italy.
• Family Check: Individuals with immediate family members working as UNHCR staff (including Affiliate Workforce) are not eligible.

Current students (completed 2+ years) or recent graduates in fields relevant to Data Analysis, Database Management, Computer Science, or related disciplines.

• Technical Skills: Knowledge of CRM platforms (Salesforce) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, SQL, Python, Google BigQuery, Power BI).
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; attention to detail in data handling.
• Languages: Proficiency in Italian is required (to liaise with external suppliers). Fluency in English is required (official working language).
• Soft Skills: Ability to work in a team, flexibility, critical thinking, and adaptability.

Post	Duty Station	Work Type	Start Date
Database and Analysis Intern	Rome, Italy	Full-time	01 February 2026

No Fee. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, or training).

• Date Posted: 30 December 2025
• Application Deadline: 16 January 2026
• Target Start Date: 01 February 2026

• Allowance: Interns who do not receive financial support from an outside party will receive an allowance to partially help cover the cost of food, local transportation, and living expenses.
• Working Hours: Full-time role, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week).
• Clearance: Successful candidates will be subject to mandatory UN Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment clearance checks.

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Assessment will comprise an eliminatory written test followed by an oral interview.

• Visit the official job page at UNHCR Careers.
• Ensure your application is fully completed in English.
• Verify that you have the legal right to work in Italy before applying.
• Submit before 16 January 2026.

• Apply Online: Click Here to Apply
• UNHCR Main Site: www.unhcr.org

• Is this internship paid? Yes, an allowance for food and transport is provided if you do not have external funding.
• Do I need Italian? Yes, proficiency in Italian is required to liaise with local suppliers.
• Can I apply if I need a visa? No, you must already be legally authorized to work in Italy.
• Is it remote? No, the position is onsite in Rome.
• What technical skills are best? Salesforce, Excel, SQL, and Python are highly desirable.