Job Title: Internship Programme (Multiple Positions)
Organization: UNICEF Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC)
Duty Station: Budapest, Hungary
Contract Type: Internship
Duration: 6 Months
Start Date: July/August 2026
Work Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week) or Part-Time (30 hours/week)
Application Deadline: 25 June 2026
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About UNICEF
UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to protect children’s rights, save lives, and help every child reach their full potential.
As one of the world’s leading humanitarian and development organizations, UNICEF works to ensure that every child has access to health care, education, protection, and opportunities to thrive.
At UNICEF, promoting the rights of every child is more than a profession—it is a calling.
About the Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC)
The Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC), located in Budapest, Hungary, provides critical operational support to UNICEF offices around the world.
The centre delivers a wide range of services including human resources, finance, administration, data management, communications, learning and development, and travel support, helping UNICEF achieve its mission globally.
Internship Programme Overview
UNICEF’s GSSC is offering multiple internship opportunities for students and recent graduates seeking practical experience in an international and multicultural work environment.
The internship programme provides participants with the opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a professional setting while contributing to UNICEF’s global operations.
Interns will gain hands-on experience, strengthen professional skills, and develop a deeper understanding of how one of the world’s largest international organizations operates.
Available Internship Opportunities
Communication Intern
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting visual design projects including presentations, flyers, and communication materials.
- Writing articles for the GSSC internal SharePoint platform.
- Providing SharePoint administration support.
- Supporting internal communication campaigns.
- Assisting staff engagement initiatives.
- Supporting production of the GSSC podcast, “Talking GSSC.”
- Providing general administrative support to the communications team.
Data & Analytics Intern
Responsibilities include:
- Working with complex datasets and analytical projects.
- Cleaning, preparing, and analyzing data.
- Developing data-driven solutions to business challenges.
- Creating dashboards and visual reports.
- Preparing presentations, reports, and analytical briefs.
- Supporting ongoing data projects and business intelligence initiatives.
Communications & Technical Writing Intern
Responsibilities include:
- Drafting and distributing newsletters.
- Gathering and organizing information.
- Creating presentations and communication materials.
- Supporting portfolio quality and stabilization activities.
- Assisting with technical documentation and content development.
People & Culture Intern
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting HR administration projects.
- Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and talent development activities.
- Managing and analyzing HR data.
- Preparing project documentation and reports.
- Supporting process improvement initiatives.
- Assisting with training logistics and coordination.
- Conducting quality checks and testing activities.
Learning & Development Intern
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting online learning platform management.
- Assisting with learning management system migrations.
- Supporting development and deployment of e-learning content.
- Assisting with virtual training programmes delivered through Teams and Zoom.
- Participating in learning and development projects aligned with personal interests and expertise.
Administrative (HR Off-Boarding) Intern
Responsibilities include:
- Digitizing beneficiary forms and HR documentation.
- Performing accurate data entry and validation.
- Conducting quality assurance checks.
- Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection requirements.
- Maintaining productivity and documentation standards.
Business Administration Intern
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting reporting and data analysis activities.
- Assisting with HR administrative tasks.
- Coordinating recruitment-related activities.
- Preparing presentations and reports.
- Supporting internal communication activities.
- Assisting with data visualization and business intelligence initiatives.
Travel Administration Intern
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting operational travel services.
- Maintaining travel-related records and databases.
- Assisting with documentation and knowledge management.
- Supporting reporting and process improvement initiatives.
Eligibility Requirements
Education
Applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme, OR
- Have graduated within the last two years.
Preferred academic fields include:
- Communications
- Journalism
- Human Resources
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Economics
- Sociology
- Information Management
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Data Analytics
- Or other related disciplines
Language Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Fluency in English (written and spoken)
Desirable:
- Knowledge of another UN official language:
- Arabic
- Chinese
- French
- Russian
- Spanish
Desired Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong communication skills
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and willingness to learn
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Professionalism and accountability
- Initiative and innovation
- Ability to work in multicultural environments
Internship Conditions
Working Arrangement
- Hybrid working model
- Minimum three days per week in the office
- Up to two days per week remote work
Duration
- Six-month internship programme
- Starting in July or August 2026
Financial and Administrative Requirements
Interns are responsible for:
- Travel expenses to and from Hungary
- Accommodation and living expenses
- Obtaining and maintaining medical insurance coverage
- Securing any necessary visas or residence permits
Interns may take up to 2.5 days of leave per month during the internship period.
Why Join UNICEF?
This internship offers an exceptional opportunity to:
- Gain experience with a globally recognized United Nations organization
- Build practical workplace skills in an international setting
- Collaborate with professionals from around the world
- Expand your professional network
- Strengthen your career prospects through meaningful work experience
- Contribute to UNICEF’s mission of improving children’s lives globally
Whether your interests lie in communications, human resources, analytics, administration, learning and development, or operations, this programme provides a valuable platform for professional growth and development.
UNICEF Values
UNICEF employees and interns are guided by the organization’s core values:
- Care
- Respect
- Integrity
- Trust
- Accountability
- Sustainability
These values underpin everything UNICEF does in service of children worldwide.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official UNICEF Careers Portal before the application deadline.
Application Deadline: 25 June 2026
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.
UNICEF is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities.
