UNFPA Foresight Paid Intern 2026: Strategic Foresight and Futures Work Internship in Nairobi, Kenya (Remote)
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is offering a remote internship for students and recent graduates focused on strategic foresight, futures thinking, and international development. Selected participants will support research, trend analysis, and AI-assisted foresight tools within the Strategic Planning Branch.
Overview
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is offering the Foresight and Futures Work Internship within the Strategic Planning Branch of the Programme Division. Based in Nairobi, Kenya (with a remote work arrangement), this full-time position is scheduled to begin in September 2026 for an initial duration of three months, with a possibility of extension.
The role provides practical exposure to strategic foresight within a United Nations development organization. Responsibilities include conducting horizon scanning, trend analysis, scenario thinking, knowledge management, training support, and working with AI-assisted foresight tools under human review.
Eligibility
- Open to students and recent graduates with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
- Applicants must be either enrolled in their final year of study or have graduated within the past 12 months.
- Eligible academic disciplines include Futures Studies, International Development, Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Demography, Development Studies, Data Science, International Relations, or another relevant field.
- Required fluency in English; knowledge of another United Nations language is considered an asset.
- Applicants must ensure they have valid medical insurance for the entire duration of the internship.
Benefits
- Gain practical international experience in strategic planning, anticipatory governance, and Futures Trend Analysis.
- Develop professional skills in research, stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and AI-assisted foresight methods.
- Receive a stipend provided by UNFPA to help cover basic daily expenses if the intern is not financially supported by another institution or scholarship programme.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV and a cover letter combined into a single PDF document. Applications should be sent via email to [email protected] with the exact subject line “Application for Foresight Intern”.
Deadline
The application deadline is 31 August 2026 at 17:00 (America/New_York). Additionally, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, so early submission is encouraged.