Interns - Innovation & Analytics Hub
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring interns in Geneva (with potential remote options) to support the Innovation and Analytics Hub across various workstreams; the position is unpaid.
- Role
- Interns - Innovation & Analytics Hub
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- Geneva
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Innovation and Analytics Hub at the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking interns to support its mission of advancing data, digital solutions, and foresight in human rights. Interns will join one of four workstreams, including Strategic Coordination, Digital Transformation/AI, Data & Analytics, or Risk Analysis and Early Warning. Working alongside professional staff, interns will contribute to high-impact projects while gaining experience within the UN system. The program offers flexible arrangements, though certain workstreams require full-time, in-person attendance in Geneva.
What you'll do
- Contribute to strategic planning, outreach initiatives, and training workshops.
- Support the design and execution of digital transformation and AI-driven initiatives.
- Collect, compile, and visualize data to support human rights indicators.
- Monitor and analyze emerging human rights risks and crisis situations.
- Draft reports, background materials, and daily updates for internal coordination.
What it takes
- Current enrollment in or completion of a graduate degree, or final year of a bachelor's degree.
- Fluency in English (oral and written); additional UN languages are highly desirable.
- Relevant field of study according to the chosen workstream (e.g., Political Science, Data Science, Law).
- Strong analytical thinking and organizational skills.
- Ability to commit to a minimum duration of three months.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Professional experience within the United Nations system, networking opportunities, and exposure to global human rights analytical and operational capacities.
Frequently asked questions
Is this internship paid?
No, this is an unpaid internship program and interns are responsible for all costs related to travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses.
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Geneva, though remote and part-time arrangements may be considered for certain workstreams; the Human Rights Risk Analysis stream requires in-person attendance.
What are the academic requirements to apply?
Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate program, or be in the final year of a bachelor's degree program.
By when do I need to apply?
Applications are accepted until the posting closes on 12/31.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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