WHO Surveillance, Monitoring and Reporting Internship 2026 in Switzerland | Paid
Apply for the 24-week WHO internship in Geneva, Switzerland, featuring a living allowance, lunch vouchers, and insurance. The deadline to apply is 21 August 2026.
SwitzerlandDeadline: Aug 21, 2026Updated:
Overview
The World Health Organization offers a 24-week paid internship based in Geneva, Switzerland, with the Surveillance, Monitoring and Reporting team. Selected participants will support the WHO NCD Country Capacity Survey through data collection, analysis, and validation to enhance global noncommunicable disease surveillance.
Benefits
- Monthly living allowance of up to CHF 1,680 for those residing outside Geneva, or up to CHF 739 for local residents.
- Daily lunch vouchers valued at CHF 20 per working day.
- Comprehensive medical and accident insurance coverage provided by WHO.
- International professional experience and networking opportunities at WHO headquarters.
Eligibility
- Must have completed at least three years of full-time university studies in public health, epidemiology, global health, health policy, data science, statistics, or a related field.
- Must be currently enrolled in a degree program or have graduated within 18 months prior to the internship start date.
- Demonstrated skills in teamwork, communication, and producing quality results.
- Expert proficiency in English, with knowledge of statistical software or additional UN languages considered an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official WHO Careers Portal.
Deadline
The application deadline is 21 August 2026.