UNDP Digital, AI and Innovation Internship 2026 – Home-Based
The UNDP Digital, AI and Innovation Internship 2026 is a home-based internship programme for candidates interested in supporting work related to innovation, data, digital initiatives, and artificial intelligence. The full-time internship lasts three months. UNDP interns are eligible to receive a monthly stipend.
Quick Overview
Programme: Digital, AI and Innovation Internship: Global Call for 2026
Organization: UNDP
Location: Home Based
Schedule: Full time
Duration: 3 months
Required Language: Fluency in English
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
About the UNDP Digital, AI and Innovation Internship 2026
This internship is listed under UNDP’s Innovation practice area and the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support. The vacancy identification number is 33001.
UNDP is seeking motivated interns who can support work across several digital, data, AI, and innovation-related areas.
Areas of Work
Interns may contribute to one or more of the following workstreams:
• Systems Transformation & Innovation
• Programme Delivery & Capacity Building
• Data Policy & Governance
• Data Analytics & Insights
• Partnerships & Strategic Communications
• Process Efficiency & Resource Management
• Product Design, Build, and Management, including AI tools
• Research & Knowledge Management
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet at least one of the following requirements:
• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme, such as a second university degree or equivalent, or a higher-level programme.
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme at undergraduate level, with a minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent.
• Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, be able to start the internship within one year of graduation.
Interest or experience in one of the listed workstream areas is desirable.
Stipend and Internship Conditions
In accordance with the UNDP Internship Policy, interns are eligible to receive a monthly stipend. The applicable rate varies depending on the duty location.
Interns must provide proof of enrollment in a health insurance plan. They are not considered UNDP staff members and may not represent UNDP in an official capacity.
Application Requirements
The application should include:
• A brief cover letter in English
• A current and complete CV in English
• Submission of the required information through the UNDP vacancy link
• Completion of the additional Airtable form provided in the vacancy notice
Applicants should complete both submission steps.
Application Timeline
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until 30 September 2026. Successful applicants may hear back at any time between April and the end of 2026.
Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.
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