The WHO Internship Program offers a wide range of opportunities for students and recent graduates to gain insight into the technical and administrative programmes of the organization and enrich their knowledge and experience in various areas, thereby contributing to the advancement of public health.
Requirements
To be considered for the World Health Organization (WHO) Internship Program, you must be:
at least twenty years of age on the date of application.
enrolled in a course of study at a university or equivalent institution leading to a formal qualification (undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate), in a public health, medical or social field related to the technical work of WHO, or in a management, administrative, communications, or external relations-related field.
Applicants who have already completed a qualification may also qualify for consideration, if they apply to the internship within six months following the completion of the formal qualification.
You have completed three years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution prior to starting (bachelor’s level or equivalent) the internship
fluent at least in one of the working languages of the office of assignment.
not related to a WHO staff member (e.g., son/daughter, brother/sister, or mother/father).
hold a valid passport of a WHO Member State.
have not previously participated in WHO’s Internship Programme.
Benefits
WHO provides living allowance to eligible selected interns who need financial support.
WHO provides all interns with medical and accident insurance coverage during the duration of the internship period.
Lunch vouchers may be provided at some duty stations.
Method of Application
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Application Deadline: July 31, 2026.