Program Overview

UNESCO is seeking motivated students and fresh graduates to participate in its Digital Business Solutions Internship 2026. The placement provides hands‑on experience at UNESCO’s headquarters, tackling frontier topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, network operations, and software development.

Internship Responsibilities

Interns will rotate across several digital initiatives, performing tasks that may include monitoring network health, administering cloud environments, troubleshooting server issues, and delivering technical support to staff members. Beyond pure technical duties, participants will observe project‑management methodologies and collaborative workflows, gaining insight into a multicultural, international workplace.

The assignment is flexible, ranging from one to six months depending on the scope of the project. Successful completion is recognized with an official UNESCO certificate.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Age: Applicants must be at least 20 years old at the time of submission.
  • Undergraduate students: Currently in the third or final year of a recognised bachelor’s programme.
  • Postgraduate & doctoral candidates: Enrolled in a master’s, PhD or equivalent degree.
  • Recent graduates: Hold a bachelor’s, master’s or PhD awarded within the past twelve months.
  • Language proficiency: Fluent in English or French, both written and spoken.
  • Computer literacy: Basic competence with computers and standard office software.

Application Deadline

All qualified candidates must submit their applications online by December 31 2026. Applicants should confirm they meet the eligibility requirements and provide accurate information throughout the form.

How to Apply

Interested individuals should apply via UNESCO’s careers portal. The steps are straightforward:

  1. Visit careers.unesco.org/job/.
  2. Select the Registration option.
  3. Enter personal, academic and professional details as requested.
  4. If you already have an account, simply log in with your credentials.
  5. Review all entries carefully, then submit the application.

This internship offers a rare opportunity to sharpen technical abilities while working in an international environment. Exposure to AI, cybersecurity, cloud services and more makes it an ideal launchpad for anyone eager to start a career in the digital technology sector.