United Nations (UN) Internship Vacancy 2026 | 2 Positions – Addis Ababa

The United Nations (UN) invites qualified graduate students and recent graduates to apply for two internship positions at the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Great Lakes Region in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Job Details

• Organization: United Nations (UN) – Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Great Lakes Region
• Number of Positions: 2
• Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Duration: 6 months
• Employment Type: Full-Time Internship (Unpaid)
• Application Deadline: September 3, 2026
• Application Method: Online (UN Inspira Portal)

About the Office

In February 2013, 11 nations signed the Peace, Security and Cooperation (PSC) Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the region, in a renewed drive to end the recurring cycles of devastating conflict in eastern DRC which impacts stability and development in the Great Lakes area of Africa. The framework aims to help "address the root causes of conflict and put an end to recurring cycles of violence" in eastern DRC and the Great Lakes Region.

The Office of the Special Envoy leads, coordinates, and assesses the implementation of national and regional commitments under the PSC Framework.

Available Positions

Position 1: Data Visualization Intern

Job Opening ID: 283343

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Duration: 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics, and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
• Contribute to the identification, analysis, and interpretation of trends or patterns using statistical methods.
• Implement process improvement mechanisms for data analytics tasks; acquire and clean data from primary or secondary sources.
• Contribute to the development of reports, dashboards, or other tools to effectively summarize findings.
• Track and report on progress regarding department-specific data initiatives.
• Contribute to the creation of basic data visualization outputs to aid decision-making.
• Contribute to project tasks, assist with data collection and initial analysis.
• Contribute to the production of data products like reports or newsletters.
• Contribute to data collection and gathering business requirements across departments.
• Compile and clarify data insights and develop supporting materials for stakeholder communications.
• Keep abreast of current and emerging trends in data analytics best practices.
• Contribute to data collection and preliminary analysis to support model assessments.
• Contribute to activities aimed at building capacity of staff on data analytics.
• Contribute to trainings and workshops on data analytics.
• Contribute to data preparation and preliminary analysis; support routine reporting tasks.

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in international relations, political sciences, economics, development, public administration, or other related fields.
• Computer literate in standard software applications.
• Demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

Apply: Apply Here Online

Position 2: Public Information Intern

Job Opening ID: 283342

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Duration: 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in drafting and editing content for public information materials, including press releases, newsletter articles, blogs, and social media.
• Assist in preparing meetings and seminars and draft meeting minutes.
• Produce various multimedia materials for online and offline products, including infographics, motion graphics, short videos, publication covers, presentation templates, and event flyers.
• Prepare professional PPT decks focusing on the work, projects, publications, and activities of the division.
• Assist in video production including shooting and editing videos, mixing sound, and animating slideshows.
• Assist in the organization and execution of the launch of publications and events.
• Provide background research for public information materials.
• Initiate and carry out assigned tasks/special projects.

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in international relations, political sciences, economics, development, public administration, or other related fields.
• Computer literate in standard software applications.
• Demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Working knowledge of French is desirable.

Apply: Apply Here Online

Important Notes for Applicants

• Unpaid Internship: Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
• Visa Requirements: Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.
• No Fee: The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training). The United Nations does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

Job Summary Table

Position TitleJob Opening IDLocationDurationEducationDeadlineData Visualization Intern283343Addis Ababa6 monthsGraduate degree (completed or in progress)September 3, 2026Public Information Intern283342Addis Ababa6 monthsGraduate degree (completed or in progress)September 3, 2026

Why Join the United Nations?

These internships offer a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the United Nations system while contributing to peace and stability efforts in the Great Lakes Region. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills in data analytics or public information, and build a strong foundation for a career in international relations, development, or communications. If you are passionate about the ideals of the UN Charter and want to make a meaningful contribution, this is an excellent entry point.

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