United Nations ILO Paid Internships Exclusively for Persons with Disabilities

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is offering eight exclusive internship positions for persons with disabilities, as part of its commitment to advancing diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity within the workplace. These positions provide a unique opportunity to gain international work experience and contribute to impactful projects that promote social justice and inclusive development.

Who Can Apply?

These internships are exclusively reserved for applicants who self-identify as persons with disabilities. Applicants must answer the relevant question during the application process to confirm their disability status. Individuals without a disability are not eligible for these specific roles.

Applicants must also meet all additional criteria listed in the respective internship descriptions. Furthermore, persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for all internship opportunities at the ILO, not just those designated as reserved positions.

Reasonable accommodations can be requested during the application process through the designated section of the application form.

For additional support, contact: internship@ilo.org

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Open Internship Positions – Apply by May 12, 2025

If you haven’t already done so, you will need to create an account with us and complete your profile before you can apply. Click on the jobs below to see further details and to apply:

12865 Disability – Internship in Computer Science – Abidjan, Ivory Coast

12862 Disability – Internship on Skills and Youth Employability Policy – HQ, Geneva

12930 Disability – Internship for the Implementation of the ILO Plan of Action on FUNDAMENTALS – HQ, Geneva

12880 Disability – Internship on on Diversity and Inclusion – Lima, Peru

12879 Disability – Internship to empower people with disabilities via inclusive social protection systems – HQ, Geneva

12822 Disability – Internship in Education, Skills and Work based-learning Statistics – HQ, Geneva

12823 Disability – Internship on mainstreaming Disability Inclusion in the world of work – HQ, Geneva

12932 Disability – Internship on new Research Partnerships – HQ, Geneva

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How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for an ILO internship for persons with disabilities:

1. Search for an internship via the ILO Jobs platform.

2. Select the desired internship profile and create an account on ILO Jobs .

3. Complete your candidate profile and submit your application to the chosen internship.

4. Attach a cover letter in the final section of your application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Note: You cannot attach a cover letter after the application deadline.

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Selection Process

• Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Development Department (HRD).

• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly by ILO field offices.

• If you are not contacted within six months of your application, you can assume you were not selected. You may apply to the next round if you remain eligible.

• If shortlisted, you may be invited to a written test and/or interview, conducted via Skype, video call, teleconference, or email.

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Stipend

Interns will receive a monthly stipend from the ILO, determined by the cost of living in the duty station. If an intern receives partial funding from another source (e.g., university or foundation), the ILO will supplement the stipend to reach the appropriate monthly level. Travel expenses to and from the duty station are the responsibility of the intern.

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Insurance

Interns are responsible for securing their own insurance coverage for illness and accidents during the internship. The ILO does not cover any health or accident-related costs.

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Important Fraud Warning

The ILO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, processing, or training. Official communication will always come from an @ilo.org email address. The ILO will never ask for bank account information or other personal financial details.

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Launch Your Global Career in an Inclusive Environment

These internship opportunities represent a powerful step toward meaningful inclusion in international development. If you’re a person with a disability seeking to contribute to a global mission while building your skills and experience, apply by May 12, 2025.