United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme (2024)(Funded)

The United Nations University Office of the Rector recruits highly qualified applicants to work as Junior Fellows at the UNU headquarters in Tokyo. Junior Fellows are recruited through a competitive application process twice per year. Graduate students interested in the work of the United Nations — and in particular, UNU — are encouraged to apply.

The underlying principles of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector are centred on creating a dynamic, challenging and rewarding experience for graduate level students and young professionals. Successful candidates will contribute to the work of the Office of the Rector, the United Nations University, and the UN system as a whole. The programme provides opportunities for the development of new skills and knowledge and is a unique and constructive setting for the practical application of capacities acquired through graduate studies.

WORTH

• Interns who do not receive financial support from other sources, such as universities or other institutions, will receive a stipend from UNU to partially subsidise their basic living costs for the duration of the internship.  
• The monthly amount of the stipend will be determined for each duty station based on the stipend rates in effect.
• The stipend will be paid on a monthly basis and part-time internship arrangements are prorated accordingly.

ELIGIBILITY

The candidate:

• is currently pursuing or has recently completed (within two years of application) postgraduate studies (master’s or doctoral), preferably in a field related to the University’s work;
• is under 32 years of age at the time of application;
• must not have more than 5 years of work experience in their related field;
• has a native or fluent command of written and spoken English;
• has excellent research, writing, and analytical skills;
• can establish and maintain effective working relations with people from diverse backgrounds;
• demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity in problem-solving;
• Has advanced computer skills: sound, hands-on, and knowledge of MS Office applications (familiarity with ICT tools and a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel are desirable);
• Has demonstrated an interest in the work of the United Nations, specifically in the work of the United Nations University.

DEADLINE: May 10, 2024

To apply and for more information, click here.