UNICEF is offering a paid internship opportunity in Japan for 2025, with applications currently being accepted. The internship will be held at UNICEF’s office in Tokyo and can last between 3 to 6 months. Interns are expected to begin between March and December 2025. This opportunity is available to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students, as well as recent graduates who completed their studies within the last two years. Participants will receive a stipend during the internship. For more information on the benefits, please refer to the UNICEF Internship guidelines. UNICEF operates in nearly every country to improve the lives of children, ensuring their rights and addressing their needs. The purpose of the internship in Japan is to assign specific tasks to interns, who will work under the supervision of the Public Partnership Specialist. Further details are provided below.

Details About UNICEF Internship in Japan 2025

• Organization: UNICEF
• Location: Tokyo
• Unit: Communication, Partnerships
• Category: Internship
• Deadline: 5th January 2025

Benefits

• Interns will receive a daily stipend of JPY 5500, covering transport costs.
• Interns may work remotely some days.
• Interns will work 4 days per week.

Duration of the Internship

• Minimum: 3 Months
• Maximum: 6 Months

Note: You can also specify when and how often you are available for work during the proposed period (March 2025 – December 2025) in your cover letter.

Duties of the Intern

Under the Public Partnership Specialist’s guidance, the intern will support:

• Gathering and organizing information for key counterparts and media.
• Update and improve the Tokyo office’s website and social media.
• Assist Team in Translation of UNICEF materials, and messages.
• Assist in planning and executing office events, consultations, and workshops.
• Other assigned tasks by supervisor.

Eligibility Criteria

The Internship is open to:

• Currently enrolled or recent graduate (within 2 years) from a university or graduate school.
• Interns will work for a minimum of 4 days/week for 3-6 months.
• Passion for UNICEF’s work in child rights, protection, education, health, nutrition, water/sanitation, gender, etc.
• Fluent in English and Japanese (written and spoken).
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Required Documents

• CV
• Online Application
• Cover Letter

How to Apply for the UNICEF Internship in Japan 2025?

The Application Process is online and there is no application fee. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further screening and interviews. The Official Link is given below.