As the world enters a critical decade for climate action, humanitarian response, digital transformation, and sustainable development, United Nations agencies are expanding recruitment for 2026 at an unprecedented scale. Governments, donors, and multilateral partners are increasing investments in global cooperation—making UN careers more relevant and impactful than ever.
UN Research, Management & Programme Internship 2026 – Joint Inspection Unit (JIU), Geneva | Remote & In-Person Options | Apply Now.
The United Nations Joint Inspection Unit (JIU), headquartered in Geneva, has opened its 2026 internship pool for highly motivated students and recent graduates interested in evaluation, oversight, research, management, and programme analysis. This internship—available for 2 to 6 months, either remote or in-person—offers hands-on exposure to UN-wide oversight operations. The internship is UNPAID, but provides unmatched access to system-wide evaluation processes across 28 UN agencies. This 3000-word detailed job repost explains eligibility, required qualifications, duties, competencies, application steps, and what candidates can expect from one of the UN’s most respected oversight bodies. As always, I am not affiliated with the United Nations, and this article strictly advertises the opportunity for informational purposes.
