The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has officially opened its most prestigious 2026 UNDP internship cohort, now paying up to $1,000/month (Copenhagen equivalent) with placements in Denmark and 100% remote options available!
This is the highest-paying UN internship in the world right now and the #1 most applied-for international internship by Nigerian, African, Asian, European, and American students in 2025.
UNDP Internship 2026 Summary
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Organisation | United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) |
| Location | Denmark (Copenhagen HQ) with remote and on-site flexibility |
| Duration | 6 months standard |
| Stipend | Up to $1,000 per month (varies by duty station; Copenhagen equivalent) |
| Eligibility | All countries worldwide |
| Work Arrangement | Full-time or part-time (prorated stipend) |
| Application Deadline | Varies by specific opportunity — check individual postings |
UNDP internship Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme
- Final year of Bachelor’s degree (any field)
- Graduated in 2024 or 2025 with a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD (must start internship within 1 year of graduation)
- From ANY country—Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, India, USA, UK, etc.
- No age limit | No work experience required | Fresh graduates welcome
UNDP internship Benefits
- $6,000 total stipend (6 months × $1,000) paid directly into your bank account
- Official United Nations certificate (worth gold on CV/LinkedIn)
- Direct recommendation letter from UNDP Director/Manager
- 95% of 2025 interns now work at World Bank, UN, Google, Deloitte, McKinsey, etc.
- Free access to UNDP Learning Hub (hundreds of premium courses)
- Lifetime membership in UNDP Alumni Network
UNDP internship Application Form
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