Applications are now open for the UNICEF Child Data Analysis Internship in Italy 2026. This exciting international internship opportunity will take place at UNICEF’s office in Florence, Italy, for a period of up to six months.
Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of approximately USD $1,700 to support living expenses, possible travel assistance of up to USD $1,000, and visa support documents from UNICEF. The internship is designed for graduate students and recent graduates who are passionate about data analysis, global development, and improving the lives of children worldwide.
Through this program, interns will work with UNICEF’s Office of Strategy and Evidence (OSE), contributing to child-focused Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) analysis, statistical reporting, and research projects.
Internship Details
- Host Country: Italy
- Location: Florence
- Organization: UNICEF
- Program: Child Data Analysis Internship
- Duration: 2–6 Months
- Internship Type: Fully Funded/Paid Internship
- Application Deadline: 10 May 2026
Financial Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Monthly stipend of approximately USD $1,700
- Travel support of up to USD $1,000 in selected cases
- Visa support documents from UNICEF
- Practical international work experience
- Opportunity to work in UNICEF’s professional and multicultural environment
About the Internship
UNICEF’s Office of Strategy and Evidence is looking for motivated interns to support the analysis of global child-related data and SDG indicators.
Interns will assist with database management, statistical analysis, data visualization, and reporting projects aimed at supporting evidence-based policies that improve children’s lives around the world.
The internship is expected to begin in May 2026 and may be conducted onsite, remotely, or in a hybrid format depending on operational needs.
Who Can Apply?
This internship is suitable for:
- Graduate students
- Recent graduates
- Students in data science and statistics
- Public health and social science students
- Individuals interested in international development and UNICEF’s mission
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must:
- Be enrolled in a graduate degree program or have graduated within the last year
- Be studying in a relevant field such as:
- Statistics
- Economics
- Data Science
- Sociology
- Public Health
- Computer Science
- Education
- Epidemiology
- Have strong academic performance
- Demonstrate proficiency in English
Preferred Skills
UNICEF encourages applicants with the following skills to apply:
- Knowledge of Excel and statistical software such as R, SPSS, or Stata
- Data visualization and reporting skills
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis experience
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Strong analytical and time management skills
Internship Responsibilities
Interns may be involved in:
- Analyzing child-related SDG data
- Cleaning and managing databases
- Supporting statistical reports and research projects
- Creating charts, visualizations, and analytical outputs
- Collaborating with international UNICEF teams
Required Documents
Applicants may need to submit:
- Updated CV/Resume
- Academic transcripts
- Reference letter
- Proof of enrollment or graduation
- Other supporting documents
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit their application online through the official UNICEF careers portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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