UN Women Advocacy & Resource Mobilization PAID Internship 2026 - Tokyo, Japan | Applications are Open

The UN Women Japan Liaison Office (JLO) in Tokyo works to extend policy dialogue, mobilize resources, and raise awareness about gender equality and women's empowerment. The office engages with the Government of Japan, private sector, parliamentarians, academia, and the public to build partnerships and support UN Women's mission globally.

Under the supervision of the Director of the Japan Liaison Office, the intern will perform the following duties:

• Advocacy & Outreach:
  • Support the implementation of advocacy and partnership strategies.
  • Assist in the "HeForShe" campaign and youth engagement initiatives.
  • Support the organization of key events, such as International Women's Day (March 8) and international conferences.
• Resource Mobilization:
  • Support partnership development with the private sector (WEPs) and other stakeholders.
• Communications:
  • Assist in translation and interpretation between English and Japanese.
  • Prepare agendas, minutes, and briefing notes.
• Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance as required.

• Educational Status: Candidates must meet one of the following:
  • Currently enrolled in a graduate school programme (Master's, PhD, or equivalent).
  • Currently enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (Bachelor's or equivalent).
  • Have graduated with a university degree and can start the internship within one year of graduation.
• Field of Study: Gender Studies, International Relations, Social Sciences, Law, or a related field.

• Language Skills: Fluency in Japanese and English is required (Native level Japanese is preferred).
• Experience:
  • Experience in advocacy, communications, or event coordination is an asset.
  • Knowledge of gender equality issues and the UN system is desirable.
• IT Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Core Values: Respect for Diversity, Integrity, Professionalism.

• Stipend: Interns who do not receive financial support from other sources (universities/institutions) will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize basic living costs.
• Costs: All other costs (travel, visa, accommodation) are the responsibility of the intern.
• Insurance: Interns are responsible for securing their own medical insurance coverage.
• Visa: Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas for Japan.

UN Women does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, or training).

• Date Posted: 14 February 2026
• Application Deadline: 05 March 2026

• Visit the official UN Women recruitment page via the link below.
• Complete the online application, including the "Personal History Form" (P11).
• Ensure all sections on education and employment history are fully completed.
• Submit your application before the deadline: 05 March 2026.

• Apply Online: Click Here to Apply
• UN Women Careers: www.unwomen.org/careers

• Is this internship paid? Yes, UN Women provides a stipend if you are not funded by another institution.
• Where is the job located? The position is based in Tokyo, Japan.
• Is Japanese required? Yes, fluency in both Japanese and English is required.
• What is the duration? The internship is for 6 months.
• Who can apply? Students (Bachelor's/Master's/PhD) or recent graduates (within 1 year).