How to get the UNDP AI and Mediation Internship 2026: $1,000 a month to build real AI tools for conflict resolution

• AI chatbots using Copilot and Gemini Guide staff across five UN agencies to the right resources based on each organization's own rules and policies.
• AI Judge prototype Build decision-support spaces using UNDT (UN Dispute Tribunal) and UNAT (Appeals Tribunal) case law as the knowledge base. This is the most technically ambitious deliverable on the list.
• Workflow automation Automate case management templates and reporting for the Mediation Unit so the team spends less time on paperwork.
• Case data dashboards Structure mediation data into snippets and visualizations that surface patterns the office can actually act on.
• AI training tools Research and propose generative AI applications for mediation training programs and live events.

All development uses UN-authorized tools. Copilot and Gemini are the primary platforms. You do not need to bring your own infrastructure.

• Education Key detail Enrolled in, or recently graduated within one year from, a technology degree: Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, or similar. Law, HR, Psychology, and social science degrees are also accepted if you can demonstrate strong, hands-on AI or automation skills.
• Technical skills Demonstrated work or coursework in AI, automation, data analysis, and software tooling. A solid working knowledge of Copilot and Gemini is specifically required, not just theoretical familiarity.
• Mediation interest (mandatory) You need a genuine interest in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation, arbitration, and negotiation. No law degree required. The office will notice if you are faking it in the cover letter.
• Language Fluent written and spoken English. Other UN languages are an advantage.
• Desirable but not required Prior experience with workflow automation, data visualization, or prototyping tools. Generative AI project experience puts you ahead.

• Location choice You pick either fully remote (anywhere) or in-person at UNDP New York. Once you choose, the arrangement is fixed for the entire internship. There is no switching midway.
• Time zone requirement for remote If you work remotely, you must be available during New York Eastern Time business hours. This is non-negotiable regardless of where you are based.
• Costs if you choose New York Travel, visa, accommodation, and health insurance are entirely your responsibility. UNDP covers only the stipend. Build a realistic budget before committing to the in-person option.
• Health insurance Every intern must submit proof of enrollment in a valid health insurance plan before the internship begins. This applies whether you are in New York or working remotely.
• Visa for New York You arrange your own visa. UNDP does not sponsor G-4 visas for interns. International applicants should research visa requirements for the US J-1 or B-1 categories well in advance.
• Extension After the initial 3 months, a further 3-month extension may be offered, taking the total to 6 months. It is not automatic.

Submit your application as a single PDF file containing: Resume (2 pages maximum), Cover letter (1 page), Academic transcripts.

• No prior UN experience needed This is genuinely open to external applicants. You do not need a previous UN internship on your CV to be competitive.
• A real pathway into UNDP staff roles Interns may apply for UNDP staff positions during or after the internship. There is no automatic conversion, but the access and visibility are real.
• No fees, ever UNDP charges nothing to apply. If anyone asks you to pay for an application, processing, or training fee, it is a scam.
• Active diversity mandate UNDP explicitly encourages applications from marginalized groups, persons with disabilities, and underrepresented populations. This is not boilerplate. The office means it.

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