Risk Knowledge Intern
Quick answer
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction is hiring an in-person, full-time unpaid Risk Knowledge Intern in Cairo, Egypt, to support regional disaster risk research and analysis.
- Role
- Risk Knowledge Intern
- Organization
- United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-03
The role
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is seeking an intern for its Regional Office for the Arab States in Cairo, Egypt. The successful candidate will support the Programme Management Officer for Risk Knowledge & Analysis through research, data collection, and event documentation related to disaster risk reduction. This is a full-time, in-person internship offering practical experience within the United Nations system.
What you'll do
- Conduct desk reviews on disaster risks like droughts and floods in Arab States.
- Collect and organize disaster-related data on impacts, losses, and damages.
- Draft fact sheets, background notes, and case studies on regional practices.
- Provide administrative support for regional workshops and coordination meetings.
What it takes
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a graduate or final-year undergraduate degree program.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Desirable knowledge of Arabic and survey/poll design tools.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Interns gain professional experience within the United Nations system, though the position is unpaid and does not provide financial remuneration for travel, visa, or living expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is this internship paid?
No, this is an unpaid internship and the United Nations does not provide financial remuneration for travel, living, or visa expenses.
Where is the internship located?
The position is based in-person at the UNDRR Regional Office for the Arab States in Cairo, Egypt.
What are the core qualifications required?
Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a university degree and possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with fluency in English.
When is the application deadline?
The deadline to apply for this internship is July 3, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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