Policy Intern
United Nations Youth Office · NEW YORK · Apply by October 22, 2026
About this role
Work Location In person in New York or remote, full time or part time modalities would be considered. Expected duration Expected duration: 3 months. Desired start date: October/November 2026 Duties and Responsibilities Background: On 8 September 2022, the General Assembly unanimously adopted resolution 76/306 to establish a UN Youth Office as a dedicated entity for youth affairs within the Secretariat. The UN Youth Office is mandated to lead system-wide youth coordination, advocacy and policy coherence across the UN, while also promoting the meaningful engagement of young people in UN processes and decisions. A critical dimension of this work includes facilitating youth consultations, promoting intergenerational dialogue, and amplifying the voices and contributions of young people at the global level, including during key UN moments such as the General Assembly. Youth2030, the UN's system-wide strategy on youth, launched by the Secretary-General in 2018, outlines the achievement of impact for youth through joint action of the UN and collaboration with young people. The strategy delineates four foundational areas and five priority areas of action. The intern will be placed in the…