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UNESCO Internship Programme (Paris & Field Offices)

Last verified 25 May 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

1–6 month internship at UNESCO headquarters in Paris or field offices, open to students and recent graduates from UNESCO Member States — includes all African countries.

Provider
UNESCO
Host country
France
Deadline
Rolling
Region
Europe
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Topics

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Master's/PhD students or recent graduates (within 12 months) from any UNESCO Member State, fluent in English or French.
Funding
Stipend in select locations
Study level
Internship
Deadline
Rolling

Key eligibility criteria

  • Master's/PhD students or recent graduates (within 12 months) from any UNESCO Member State, fluent in English or French.

Recorded funding information

  • Stipend in select locations

About the UNESCO Internship Programme (Paris & Field Offices) (2026)

## About the Programme UNESCO offers internships at its Paris headquarters and field offices across Africa, Europe, Asia and Latin America. Assignments span education, science, culture, communication and administration, lasting between 1 and 6 months. ## What is Offered - Monthly stipend in selected duty stations (varies) - Hands-on experience in a UN specialised agency - Access to UNESCO's expert networks - Travel and accommodation arranged by intern ## Eligibility - Currently enrolled in a Master's/PhD programme, or graduated within the past 12 months - National of a UNESCO Member State (all African countries are members) - Fluent in English or French - Minimum age 20 ## How to Apply Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through UNESCO Careers. Match your profile against open assignments and apply directly.

Funding information

The funding information below is recorded in this listing; it does not establish additional covered components. Check amounts, caps, exclusions and conditions on the official source.

  • Stipend in select locations

UNESCO Internship Programme (Paris & Field Offices) eligibility

Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.

  • Master's/PhD students or recent graduates (within 12 months) from any UNESCO Member State, fluent in English or French.

UNESCO Internship Programme (Paris & Field Offices) document information

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.

    How to apply for the UNESCO Internship Programme (Paris & Field Offices) 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://careers.unesco.org/internships to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Master's/PhD students or recent graduates (within 12 months) from any UNESCO Member State, fluent in English or French.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: Rolling. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    UNESCO Internship Programme (Paris & Field Offices) deadline & application timeline

    The listing states: Rolling. Confirm the current rolling policy on the official source. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

      Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.

    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

      If the provider requires tests or documents that take time, plan for them using its published instructions.

    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

      If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.

    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Rolling applications
      Rolling

      Provider deadline information: Rolling. Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Editorial verification note

    Editorial review: all African countries are UNESCO Member States.
    Last checked 5/25/2026

    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the UNESCO Internship Programme (Paris & Field Offices)?+

    Master's/PhD students or recent graduates (within 12 months) from any UNESCO Member State, fluent in English or French.

    What funding does the UNESCO Internship Programme (Paris & Field Offices) offer?+

    Listed funding: Stipend in select locations. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: Rolling. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://careers.unesco.org/internships to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Master's/PhD students or recent graduates (within 12 months) from any UNESCO Member State, fluent in English or French.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Rolling. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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