Applications are open for the Youth Engagement internship, YPA Secretariat Generation Unlimited, Global Programme Division, NYHQ, 26 weeks (full-time/remote), 2 positions at UNICEF. This remote internship is based at NYHQ and offers two positions for eligible graduate-level candidates. Importantly, the application deadline is 08 June 2026.
The internship supports UNICEF’s Generation Unlimited (GenU) team. Interns will contribute to youth engagement, entrepreneurship, advocacy, strategic planning, research, knowledge sharing, and programme coordination.
Application Deadline: 08 Jun 2026
Internship Location: United States; full-time remote (NYHQ)
Duration: 26 weeks
Host Organization: UNICEF
About the Internship
This UNICEF internship sits within the YPA Secretariat and Global Solutions Hub under Generation Unlimited. It is a full-time remote role for 26 weeks. According to the official summary, UNICEF is recruiting two interns.
Successful interns will support meaningful youth engagement across GenU programming. In addition, they will help with entrepreneurship initiatives, advocacy content, strategic planning, research, and coordination work across teams and partners.
UNICEF states that it offers a wide range of benefits to interns, including leave entitlement, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities, and flexible working arrangements. However, financial compensation details are not specified in the validated source.
Responsibilities
- Assist in designing and implementing strategies for meaningful youth engagement in GenU programming
- Support the operationalization of the Young People’s Action Team globally and regionally
- Assist in the execution of entrepreneurship initiatives, including workshops and mentorship sessions
- Contribute to the development and execution of youth-centric programmes aligned with GenU’s strategic priorities
- Support the development of advocacy materials such as blogs and digital content
- Assist in developing resources for UNICEF Country Offices on the Learning to Earning agenda and GenU programming
- Support the design of GenU’s strategic plan 2026–2029, including technical notes, consultations, development, and review
- Help create and disseminate knowledge resources and peer-to-peer learning across global youth networks
- Work closely with the GenU Programme Team and external partners
- Conduct research on emerging trends and issues relevant to youth empowerment, entrepreneurship and global solutions
- Provide administrative and logistical support, including organizing meetings and maintaining documentation
Eligibility Requirements
- Have the UNICEF internship eligibility requirements
- Be enrolled in or have just completed a graduate academic programme in international relations, political science, education, business, monitoring and evaluation, entrepreneurship, or another relevant field
- Have interest and/or experience in youth development or engagement, public policy, international development, and initiatives including adolescents and youth in development or humanitarian contexts
- Have some first work or volunteer experience in youth engagement and/or programmatic work in countries
- Demonstrated interest in at least one of GenU’s programme hubs
- Fluency in English is required
- Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset
- Participation and/or engagement in youth advisory bodies for youth-centric organizations is an asset
Skills Preferred: Strong writing skills; ability to synthesise and craft concept notes and compelling pitch decks; knowledge of research, qualitative data analysis, visualisation, and knowledge management preferred.
Required documents may include the following:
- Proof of enrollment in a university programme (or proof of completion during past 2 years)
- Copy of most recent official transcript showing excellent academic performance
- Copy of Identification Card (ID)
- One signed recommendation letter from an academic institution on letterhead or from a professional email address
- Proof of health insurance coverage for the full internship duration
Number of Positions: 2 positions
Level of Study: Graduate
How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the full internship requirements and complete their application through the official UNICEF page. Before applying, make sure your supporting documents are ready, and your eligibility matches the listed criteria.
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