JOB OVERVIEW
Company: United Nations Development Programme
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Job Type: Internship
Positions: Multiple Internship Opportunities
Deadline: May 28, 2026
About the Organization
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) operates in nearly 170 countries and territories worldwide, supporting efforts to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
UNDP has been operating in Ethiopia since 1981, focusing on poverty reduction, democratic governance, climate-resilient development, peacebuilding, and economic growth through strategic partnerships and national capacity development initiatives.
Position: Internship Opportunity (Multiple)
UNDP Ethiopia is offering internship opportunities in the following areas:
- Partnership Management
- Administration and Logistics (2 internships)
- AI University Innovation Pod (2 internships)
- Timbuktoo ManuTech Hub
- Innovative Finance Lab
- Communication
- Operational Data Analytics and Digitalization
- Election Support
- Monitoring and Evaluation of Climate Projects
- Knowledge Management for National Demobilization and Reintegration Support
- Peacebuilding
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements at the time of application:
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree program (Master’s level or higher)
OR
- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a Bachelor’s degree program
OR
- Have recently graduated with a university degree and start the internship within one year of graduation
OR
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program where the internship forms part of the program
Fields of Study
Applicants should be studying or have qualifications in any fields
Desirable Technical Skills
- Knowledge of:
- Excel
- Power BI
- R
- SPSS
- Familiarity with:
- Digital innovation
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Sustainable finance concepts
- Strong:
- Writing skills
- Editing skills
- Presentation skills
Language Requirements
- Written and spoken proficiency in English
- Knowledge of additional local languages and UN languages is an advantage
Place of Work
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Updated CV
- Updated Cover Letter explaining:
- Area of interest
- Motivation for joining UNDP Ethiopia
- Alignment of education and experience with UNDP priorities
- Academic status information:
- If currently enrolled:
- University name
- Field of study
- Current academic year
- If graduated:
- Exact graduation date
- University name
- If currently enrolled:
- Proof of eligibility status (official certificate may be requested later)
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply online through the official UNDP recruitment portal.
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