OpenFieldUnited Nations and Geneva International Organization Curricular Practicum
Structured curricular internship embedding master's students within United Nations agencies, permanent diplomatic missions, and international human rights secretariats in Geneva.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Completion of Year 1 of Master's program in good academic standing.
- English language proficiency
- Full professional English fluency; working knowledge of French, Spanish, or Arabic desirable.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not applicable for international organization internships.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Curriculum vitae and cover letter tailored to specific UN agencies (UNOG, UNHCR, UNCTAD, WHO).
- Recommendation letters
- Approval from the IHEID Career Services Directorate.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Paid institutional internship: CHF 1,800 to CHF 2,500 monthly stipend at UN, WTO, or ICRC offices
- Application fee
- Included in standard semester matriculation
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full-time degree curriculum work-placement module
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- 31 March 2027 (Summer Practicum Call)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Geneva Graduate Institute documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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