Internships can begin at any time during the year and normally last between two to six months with the possibility of extension:

• up to eight months for full-time; or
• up to 12 months for part-time internships.

To be considered for an internship, candidates must:

• be a recent graduate* or current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by UNESCO
• have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant to, or of interest to, the work of the organization
• not have immediate relatives (father, mother, brother, or sister) working for UNHCR as a staff member on any contract type or as an affiliate at the time of application
• not have exhausted the maximum cumulative internship period with UNHCR, including any prior internships (8 months for full-time and 12 months for part-time)
• be proficient in English at minimum B2 level.

*Recent graduates are considered to be candidates who completed their studies within two years of applying for an internship with UNHCR.

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