UNDP Respectful Workplace Intern: Fully Remote Internship | Apply by 19 September 2026
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting applications for a Respectful Workplace Intern to support its global human resources work. This is a full-time, home-based internship lasting three months, offering students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain practical experience in digital accessibility, communications, inclusion, translation coordination and employee engagement.
The internship is based within the Bureau for Management Services (BMS), Office of Human Resources, and focuses on helping make employee-facing resources more accessible, inclusive and user-friendly.
The application deadline is 19 September 2026 at 5:59 AM, according to the vacancy announcement.
UNDP Respectful Workplace Internship Overview
The Respectful Workplace Intern will work under the supervision of the HR Analyst, Respectful Workplace, with overall guidance from the HR Specialist, Equal Opportunities.
The intern will support the Speak Up Culture programme by reviewing existing content, coordinating translations and applying digital accessibility principles across different platforms. The position will also provide support for resources related to inclusion, equal opportunities and disability inclusion.
Position: Respectful Workplace Intern
Organization: UNDP
Location: Home Based
Work Arrangement: Fully remote/home based
Schedule: Full-time
Duration: 3 months
Vacancy Type: Internship Programme
Practice Area: Management
Bureau: Bureau for Management Services
Grade: IN
Job ID: 36795
Deadline: 19 September 2026
Salary/Stipend: Not specified
What Will the UNDP Intern Do?
A major responsibility will be reviewing and improving materials used for the Speak Up Culture programme. This includes session materials, videos and other resources to ensure they meet digital accessibility standards such as Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
The intern will also review equal opportunity materials, particularly resources available through the disability inclusion microsite. The work will focus on making content accessible, well-organized and easy for employees to use.
Another area of responsibility involves translation and language coordination. The intern will support the translation of experience guides, handouts and video scripts. They may also redesign translated materials using Canva and videos using Synthesia while ensuring consistency across different versions.
The intern will track translation timelines and deliverables and help organize the shared site containing translated documents.
Communications and Digital Content Responsibilities
The internship also includes an important communications component. The successful candidate will create infographics, visual assets and other communication materials that support internal messaging and accessibility.
They will draft and publish posts on inclusion, equal opportunities and Speak Up Culture through internal platforms such as Viva Engage and Microsoft Teams.
The intern will also edit and update SharePoint pages, ensuring information remains current, organized and accessible in different formats.
These responsibilities make the opportunity relevant to students and recent graduates interested in communications, digital content, accessibility, media, employee engagement and inclusion.
Who Can Apply?
UNDP internships have specific academic eligibility requirements. At the time of application, candidates must meet one of the following conditions.
They may be enrolled in a graduate programme in Communications, Linguistics, Media Studies, Education or a related field.
Alternatively, applicants may be in the final academic year of a first university degree, at minimum bachelor’s level, in one of these or a related disciplines.
Recent graduates can also apply if they graduated from a qualifying programme and, if selected, can begin the internship within one year of graduation.
Prior professional experience is not required.
Experience with translation, translation coordination or digital accessibility is desirable, while project coordination experience would be an advantage.
Skills and Language Requirements
Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication skills, good organisational abilities and an interest in coordinating translation workflows and content reviews.
A basic understanding of accessibility standards such as WCAG is desirable, although candidates should also demonstrate a willingness to research and learn.
Attention to detail and cultural sensitivity are important. Design and media skills are also useful, particularly experience with Canva, Adobe InDesign or basic video editing.
Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable, while knowledge of other UN languages would be an asset.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official UNDP recruitment platform before the closing date.
Application Deadline: 19 September 2026 at 5:59 AM
APPLICATION LINK: Apply for UNDP Job Identification 36795 – Respectful Workplace Intern through the official UNDP Careers portal.
Applicants should carefully review the eligibility requirements before applying. UNDP also warns that the United Nations does not charge application, processing, training, interviewing or recruitment fees.
Conclusion
The UNDP Respectful Workplace Intern opportunity provides students and recent graduates with practical exposure to digital accessibility, internal communications, translation coordination, diversity and inclusion, and employee experience.
With no prior work experience required, the three-month home-based internship may be relevant to candidates developing careers in communications, media, linguistics, education, accessibility and related fields. Eligible applicants should prepare their applications and submit them before the 19 September 2026 deadline.
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