Internship Opportunity | Policy and Advocacy Intern – Climate and Security Risk | UNDP | Apply by 16th Feb 2026

Internship Opportunity | Policy and Advocacy Intern – Climate and Security Risk | UNDP | Apply by 16th Feb 2026

Policy and Advocacy Internship – Climate and Security Risk (UNDP):

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting applications for the position of Policy and Advocacy Intern – Climate and Security Risk. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge work at the intersection of climate change, peacebuilding, and security.

Background:

Climate change is a multidimensional challenge that not only impacts the environment but also development and security. While it does not directly cause violent conflict, it multiplies risks by:

• Overburdening state capacity
• Increasing vulnerabilities of communities
• Exacerbating socio-economic and political fragilities

UNDP’s Climate Security Offer focuses on:

• Climate-proofing prevention and peacebuilding
• Ensuring peace-positive mitigation and adaptation
• Delivering integrated approaches to climate action and sustaining peace
• Strengthening regional and cross-border capacities to address climate-related security risks

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Team Leader – Climate Security Risk, the intern will assist in:

• Policy and advocacy work (drafting, formatting, proofing communications)
• Collecting and analyzing data from projects and programmes
• Preparing compendiums of good practices in climate, peace, and security
• Supporting data visualization and preparing infographics/factsheets
• Drafting social media posts and promotional content
• Providing administrative and substantive support for meetings/events
• Conducting research and preparing background documents

Requirements:

• Experience in conflict prevention, peacebuilding, climate change, or related areas
• Strong understanding of international development, resilience, and security issues
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to work independently under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork orientation
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI) is a plus

Education:

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled in a graduate programme, or
• Be in the final year of a bachelor’s degree, or
• Have graduated within the last year (internship must start within one year of graduation).

Language Requirements:

• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Knowledge of another UN language is an asset

Internship Details:

• Location: New York, United States (Remote/Office-based)
• Duration: 3 months
• Schedule: Full-time
• Application Deadline: 16th February 2026

UNDP Internship Terms:

• Monthly stipend provided (varies by duty station)
• Interns must arrange their own travel, accommodation, and insurance
• Proof of health insurance and medical certificate required
• Internship does not guarantee future employment within the UN system

How to Apply?

Interested candidates can apply through the official UNDP careers portal:

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