UNU Junior Fellows Internship 2027 In Tokyo, Japan

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October 17, 2026

UNU Junior Fellows Internship 2027 in Tokyo, Japan

Brief Description

The United Nations University (UNU) is now accepting applications for the UNU Junior Fellows Internship 2027 at its headquarters in Tokyo. Recruited twice per year through a competitive selection process, Junior Fellows join the Office of the Rector to gain hands-on administrative experience and support core institutional operations. The programme offers graduate students and early-career professionals a unique opportunity to apply academic research skills, build professional capacities, and engage directly with the work of the UN system. If you are looking for a United Nations University Internship or seeking a UN Internship Tokyo opportunity to launch your career in global affairs, this placement provides practical exposure inside a major UN agency.

Name of Host Institution

United Nations University (Office of the Rector)

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

Currently enrolled in or recently completed (within two years of application) postgraduate studies at the master’s or doctoral level.
Aged 32 years or under at the time of application.
Maximum of 5 years of professional work experience in a related field.
Native or fluent command of written and spoken English, paired with strong analytical and writing skills.
Advanced computer skills, including practical proficiency in MS Office applications and Microsoft Excel.
Demonstrated interest in the mission and activities of the United Nations and UNU.

Location

Tokyo, Japan

Stipend

Interns who do not receive external financial backing from universities or other institutions receive a monthly stipend from UNU to partially subsidize basic living expenses in Tokyo. Scholarships awarded specifically for academic studies are not counted as external institutional support, meaning academic scholarship holders remain eligible for the stipend.

Application Materials

Responses to position-tailored screening questions.
A current CV in English, limited to a maximum of two single-sided pages (uploaded in the designated P11 form slot).
A Cover Letter written in English.

Deadline

November 1, 2026

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The internship takes place at the United Nations University headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, working directly within the Office of the Rector.

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Q: What are the age and degree requirements for the UNU Junior Fellows Internship 2027?

Applicants must be 32 years old or under at the time of application and either currently enrolled in or within two years of completing a master's or doctoral degree.

Q: Is the UNU Junior Fellows Internship paid?