UNICEF Public Partnerships Internship 2026–2027 in Japan | Paid

The UNICEF Internship 2026–2027 in Japan offers a unique opportunity to work with the Public Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Division (PPR) at the Asia-Pacific Pillar Office in Tokyo. Interns support quality assurance, analysis, communication, and administrative tasks related to resource mobilisation with the Government of Japan, gaining direct practical experience in UNICEF’s mission for every child.

UNICEF works in over 190 countries to protect children’s rights and improve their lives. The Tokyo office focuses on building partnerships with the Government of Japan and other public actors. This internship is part of UNICEF’s commitment to nurturing future leaders in international development and humanitarian assistance.

UNICEF Internship Benefits

• Lump sum stipend of JPY 5,500 per day, inclusive of transport costs
• Hybrid work modality (combination of working in the office/teleworking)
• Direct practical experience in UNICEF’s work and the United Nations system
• Supervision by experienced UNICEF staff

UNICEF Internship Eligibility Criteria

• Currently enrolled in a university or graduate school, or graduated within two years
• Available for work 4-5 days a week for 3-6 months
• Able to work in accordance with Japan Standard Time (JST)
• Interested in child rights, health, nutrition, water and sanitation, education, child protection, gender, climate change
• High level of proficiency in both written and oral English and Japanese
• Ability to work with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Required application documents

• A curriculum vitae (CV) in English.
• A curriculum vitae (CV) in Japanese.
• A cover letter written in English explaining:
• Their academic field of study.
• Their motivation for applying.
• Their availability between September 2026 and August 2027.
  

Preferred qualifications

• International cooperation and humanitarian assistance.
• Project formulation and report writing.
• Translation of communication materials.
• Public relations and event management.
• Website management.
• Video editing.
• Microsoft Forms and Power BI.
• Data analysis and information management.

Areas of work

• Child rights.
• Education.
• Health.
• Nutrition.
• Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH).
• Child protection.
• Gender equality.
• Climate change.
• Humanitarian and development assistance.

How to Apply for UNICEF Internship?

1. Apply through the online system
2. Attach your CV in both English and Japanese
3. Attach a cover letter in English stating your majors/areas of study and reason for application
4. Specify when and how often you are available for work during September 2026 – August 2027

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the most frequently asked questions about the UNICEF Internship 2026 in Japan. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.