UNICEF Venture Fund Internship 2026 in Sweden: Paid 6-Month Opportunity

Applications are now open for the UNICEF Venture Fund Internship 2026 in Stockholm, Sweden.

The UNICEF Office of Innovation is looking for interns to join its Venture Fund team for a six-month, part-time internship. Depending on the arrangement, the internship can be completed in person in Stockholm or remotely.

The opportunity is open to applicants from around the world, and UNICEF does not charge an application fee for its recruitment process.

Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend, unless they are already receiving financial support from another source for the internship.

UNICEF Venture Fund Internship 2026 — Quick Details

Host organization: UNICEF
Department: Office of Innovation
Position: Venture Fund Intern
Location: Stockholm, Sweden, or remote depending on the arrangement
Duration: 6 months
Work arrangement: Part-time
Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Financial benefit: Monthly stipend
Application fee: None
Deadline: September 25, 2026

About the UNICEF Venture Fund

The UNICEF Venture Fund supports early-stage, open-source technology solutions that have the potential to improve the lives of children and communities.

The Fund works with emerging technologies and innovative solutions in areas such as:

Artificial intelligence
Blockchain
Virtual and augmented reality
Internet of Things (IoT)
Data science
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
Assistive technology

As a Venture Fund intern, you will work with the team to identify and assess early-stage technology solutions while gaining insight into how innovative ideas can be supported and developed for greater social impact.

What Will the Intern Do?

Depending on the specific assignment, interns may support the Venture Fund team with activities such as:

Identifying potential startups and technology solutions
Supporting due diligence and reviewing applications
Conducting market and company research
Preparing research findings and evaluation notes
Creating presentations, briefs and other knowledge products
Developing website content
Supporting fundraising and resource mobilization materials
Preparing case studies
Maintaining portfolio information and tracking systems
Supporting engagement with UNICEF country offices
Preparing meeting notes and outreach materials
Supporting projects focused on moving promising solutions from pilot stage toward scale

This provides interns with exposure to technology, innovation, research and international development work.

What Can You Learn?

The internship provides practical experience in an international organization and exposure to several areas, including:

Innovation and Technology: Learn more about emerging technologies and how they can be applied to global development challenges affecting children and communities.
Research and Analysis: Gain experience researching companies, markets, technologies and potential investment opportunities.
Data and Digital Tools: Develop practical skills using tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI, alongside other Microsoft 365 applications.
Communication: Work on presentations, briefs, case studies, website content and other written materials.
International Collaboration: Work with colleagues and stakeholders within an international organization and gain experience collaborating across different teams and locations.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

Be at least 18 years old
Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme, or have graduated within the past two years
Have an academic background relevant to the position, such as:
- Social and Economic Development
- Business Administration
- Political Science
- Economics
- Innovation
- Public Administration
- Or a related field
Have strong organizational and time-management skills
Have good communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Have working knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint
Have strong written and spoken English
Be available to work on a part-time basis

Applicants should also review the official vacancy announcement carefully because the employer’s specific requirements take precedence.

Is the UNICEF Internship Paid?

Yes. Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend, unless they are already receiving third-party financial support for the internship.

The opportunity is therefore different from unpaid internships, although applicants should review the official vacancy for the complete terms and conditions surrounding the stipend.

Can You Apply From Outside Sweden?

Yes. The opportunity is open internationally, and the internship may be completed remotely or in person in Stockholm, depending on the arrangement.

Applicants should check the official vacancy for the applicable work-location and administrative requirements.

Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the UNICEF Venture Fund Internship 2026 is:

September 25, 2026

Because recruitment deadlines can change, applicants should confirm the closing date on the official UNICEF careers portal before submitting their application.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online through the official UNICEF careers website.

Before applying: