The UNICEF Internship Programme offers students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with UNICEF through global internship opportunities.
The UNICEF South Sudan Internship Programme offers qualified and eligible students who are nationals of South Sudan the unique opportunity to acquire direct practical experience in UNICEF’s work under the direct supervision of experienced UNICEF staff.
UNICEF works in the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. Across 190 countries and territories, they work for every child, everywhere, to build a better world for everyone.
Snapshot of Internship:
- Name: UNICEF South Sudan Internship Programme
- Location: South Sudan
- Duration: Between six and twenty-six weeks
- Stipend: UNICEF provides a monthly stipend to interns. A one-time lump sum, as a contribution towards travel and visa costs, may also be granted when funding is available.
- Application Deadline: Closed
Eligibility Criteria/Documents Required
To be considered for an internship with UNICEF, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be enrolled in a degree programme in an undergraduate, or graduate school or be a recent graduate (Applicants who have graduated within the last two years are considered recent graduates).
- Have strong academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records, if not available, a reference letter from an academic supervisor.
- Have no immediate relatives (e.g. father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office plus no other relatives in the line of authority that the intern will report to.
- Proficient in at least one of UNICEF’s working languages: English, French or Spanish. Fluency in the working language of the office you are applying to, may also be required.
- Additional consideration will be given to any professional experience relevant to the function you’re applying for.
The following documents are required to apply for the UNICEF South Sudan Internship Programme:
- A completed online application form.
- A cover letter.
- A curriculum vitae (CV).
- A copy of the applicant’s academic record.
- A reference letter from an academic supervisor.
How to apply UNICEF internship program
To apply for the UNICEF South Sudan Internship Programme, follow these steps:
- Visit the UNICEF Careers website.
- Click on the “Internships” tab.
- Scroll down to the “Internship Opportunities” section and click on the “Apply Now” button next to the internship you are interested in.
- Create an account or log in to your existing account.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload your cover letter, CV, academic record, and reference letter.
- Submit your application.
FAQ
Q: What is the duration of the UNICEF South Sudan Internship Programme?
A: The duration of an internship is normally between six and twenty-six weeks.
Q: What is the stipend provided by UNICEF to interns?
A: UNICEF provides a monthly stipend to interns. A one-time lump sum, as a contribution towards travel and visa costs, may also be granted when funding is available.
Q: What documents are required to apply for the UNICEF South Sudan Internship Programme?
A: The following documents are required to apply for the UNICEF South Sudan Internship Programme:
- A completed online application form.
- A cover letter.
- A curriculum vitae (CV).
- A copy of the applicant’s academic record.
- A reference letter from an academic supervisor.
Conclusion
The UNICEF South Sudan Internship Programme offers a unique opportunity for qualified and eligible students who are nationals of South Sudan to acquire direct practical experience in UNICEF’s work under the direct supervision of experienced UNICEF staff. The programme is open to students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The duration of an internship is normally between six and twenty-six weeks, and UNICEF provides a monthly stipend to interns. To apply, applicants must meet the eligibility criteria and submit the required documents through the UNICEF Careers website. I hope this information helps you. Let me know if you have any other questions.
