poOHCHR is offering a data analytics internship in its Universal Periodic Review Branch (UPR Branch) in Geneva, Switzerland. The role combines data research, statistics, visualization, and digital tools work in service of the UN's leading human rights mechanism. Applications close 19 November 2026.
About OHCHR
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is the leading UN entity on human rights. Its mission is to work for the protection of all human rights for all people, help empower people to realize their rights, and assist those responsible for upholding such rights.
The Universal Periodic Review Branch (UPRB)
This internship is located within the Universal Periodic Review Branch (UPRB), which acts as the Secretariat of the Universal Periodic Review mechanism. The intern works under the overall guidance of the Chief of the UPR Branch.
What Is the Universal Periodic Review?
The Universal Periodic Review (UPR) is a unique human rights mechanism created in 2006 through United Nations General Assembly Resolution 60/251. Key facts:
🌐 Reviews the human rights records of all United Nations Member States every four and a half years
🏛️ A State-driven process that provides each State the opportunity to declare actions taken to improve human rights
⚖️ Ensures equal treatment for every country when human rights situations are assessed
About the Internship
📍 Location: Geneva, Switzerland | 🗓️ Duration: Three to six months | 📋 Job Opening ID: 285308
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Duties and Responsibilities
🔎 Conduct data research into specific areas of the UPR's work
📈 Provide support in the preparation of statistics
🗂️ Help with the indexing of UPR recommendations
🖼️ Assist in the preparation of electronic material including infographics, presentations, and video snapshots
🗺️ Participate in information management discussions and design of visualization solutions
💻 Assist in the design and development of digital services, platforms and tools, including collaborative development of mock-ups and prototypes
📚 Support the team by developing tutorials and supporting materials on digital services, tools and platforms
Technical Skills and Knowledge
🖥️ Proficiency in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Teams, Power BI, Python, Co-pilot, SQL
📊 Good knowledge in databases, data research, data analysis, and statistics
🎨 Good knowledge in web design, digital service design, graphic design, and video production (Adobe Suite, Canva, WordPress)
🏛️ Knowledge of Political Science, Social Sciences, or International Relations (asset)
Academic Qualifications
🎓 Enrolled in or completed final year of a bachelor's degree programme, or enrolled in or completed a graduate school programme (master's or higher), preferably in data science. No professional work experience required.
Language Requirements
🗣️ Required: Fluency in English | 🇫🇷 Asset: Knowledge of French | ➕ Advantage: Another UN official language
Financial Information
This is an unpaid internship. Travel, visa, accommodation and living expenses in Geneva are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution. The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this internship paid?
No. Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Travel, visa, accommodation and living expenses in Geneva are the responsibility of the intern.
Can applicants from all countries apply?
Yes. This position is open to applicants from all countries worldwide.
Deadline
⏳ 19 November 2026
