Are you a student or recent graduate from Nigeria dreaming of gaining global work experience? The UNICEF Internship Programme 2025 is now accepting applications from young, talented individuals across the world — including Nigerian students and graduates.
This is a fully paid internship, offering a unique chance to work with the United Nations on real-life humanitarian and development projects that impact children’s lives globally.
✅ About the UNICEF Internship Programme
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) offers internships throughout the year for qualified undergraduate, graduate, and PhD students.
Interns get to work at UNICEF headquarters or regional offices, including locations like:
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Nigeria (Abuja, Lagos)
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New York
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Geneva
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Nairobi
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Accra
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Bangkok, and more.
What the Internship Offers
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✔️ Monthly stipend (varies by duty station, typically $1,000 – $1,500/month)
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✔️ Travel allowance (round-trip economy airfare for international interns)
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✔️ Visa and work support
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✔️ Real work experience in areas like education, child protection, communication, data analysis, health, nutrition, and operations
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✔️ Network building with global UNICEF teams
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, Nigerian applicants must:
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✅ Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, master’s, or PhD program, or have graduated within the past 2 years
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✅ Have excellent academic performance (top 25% of your class recommended)
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✅ Be at least 18 years old
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✅ Be fluent in English (French or other UN languages is a plus)
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✅ Have no immediate family working with UNICEF (e.g. parents or siblings)
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✅ Have a strong interest in development/humanitarian work, especially with children
Required Documents
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Updated CV/resume
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Cover letter (personalized to your preferred internship role)
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Academic transcript or proof of enrollment
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Reference letter (optional but recommended)
Internship Areas (Choose Based on Your Field)
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Child Protection
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Education
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Public Health
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Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)
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Communication for Development (C4D)
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Finance, HR, and Administration
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Data Science / Monitoring and Evaluation
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Supply & Logistics
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Social Work / Psychology
️ Application Timeline
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Applications Open: Ongoing – year-round intake
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Deadline: Varies by position. Most 2025 openings are posted between July – October 2025
You are encouraged to apply early because positions fill up fast.
How to Apply
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Visit the UNICEF Careers Portal:
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Click on “Internship” under Job Category.
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Filter roles by location (e.g., “Nigeria” or “Remote”) or field (e.g., “Education”).
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Select your preferred internship opening.
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Register/log in to create an account and apply.
Tips for Nigerian Applicants
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Choose a role that matches your course of study or career goals
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Keep your CV short and professional (1–2 pages max)
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Your cover letter should show your passion for UNICEF’s mission
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Check your email regularly – some interns are invited for a short online interview
Why This Opportunity Matters
✅ Gain experience in international development
✅ Improve your CV with a UN-brand internship
✅ Build global connections
✅ Possible full-time job pathway
✅ All while making a real difference for children around the world!
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