Applications are now open for the WHO Internship Programme in Health Emergencies (Medical Countermeasures) at the World Health Organization headquarters in Geneva. This 24-week full-time internship offers students and recent graduates hands-on experience in epidemic and pandemic preparedness, focusing on medical countermeasures such as vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutics.You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.
Key Details:
- Degree Level: Undergraduate (final years) or recent graduates
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Host Organization: World Health Organization (WHO)
- Application Deadline: 01 August 2026
- Open for: All nationalities
- Application Fee: None
- Funding Type: Partially supported (living allowance provided)
What This Internship Offers:
- Valuable international experience at WHO headquarters in Geneva
- Deep understanding of global health emergency management and equitable access to medical countermeasures
- Opportunity to contribute to real-world projects supporting countries during epidemics and pandemics
- Skill development in literature reviews, data analysis, policy brief writing, and event organization
- Networking opportunities with global health experts and participation in high-level meetings and workshops
- Professional growth in public health, infectious diseases, and medical countermeasures
- Living allowance, daily lunch vouchers, and comprehensive accident & medical insurance
- Enhanced knowledge of how WHO operates across headquarters, regional, and country levels
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Have completed at least three years of full-time undergraduate studies
- Be currently enrolled in a university degree program (or have graduated within the last 18 months) in a relevant field
- Possess strong teamwork, communication, and writing skills
- Demonstrate willingness to learn and work collaboratively in a multicultural environment
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Have excellent command of English (Expert level)
Desirable:
- Knowledge of statistical software (R or XLStat)
- Intermediate knowledge of French or other UN languages
- Prior experience in public health, infectious diseases, or research
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Required Qualifications:
Education:
- Completed at least three years of full-time undergraduate studies
- Currently enrolled in a university program (or graduated within the last 18 months) in one of the following fields:
- Medicine
- Biology / Microbiology / Virology / Biochemistry
- Bioinformatics
- Medical Sciences
- Public Health
- Information Sciences
- Statistics
- Related fields
Skills:
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Respect for cultural differences
- Excellent oral and written English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of statistical software (R, XLStat) is an advantage
Experience:
- Experience in scientific research, writing, or statistical analysis
- Background in public health, emergency preparedness, infectious diseases, or pharmaceutical measures
- Field or developing country experience is a plus
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Languages:
- Essential: Expert knowledge of English
- Desirable: Intermediate French or other UN languages
Financial Support:
- This is an unpaid internship
- Interns receive a living allowance (amount depends on location and personal circumstances)
- Maximum 1,680 CHF per month (if residence is outside Geneva)
- Maximum 739 CHF per month (if residence is in Geneva)
- Daily lunch vouchers (20 CHF per working day)
- Accident and medical insurance provided by WHO
Additional Information:
- Internships at WHO are highly competitive
- Candidates must provide proof of enrollment, medical certificate of fitness, and references if selected
- WHO promotes diversity, gender parity, and inclusion
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request reasonable accommodations
- WHO has a smoke-free environment
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Eligible Fields of Study:
- Medicine
- Biology
- Microbiology
- Virology
- Biochemistry
- Bioinformatics
- Medical Sciences
- Public Health
- Information Sciences
- Statistics
- Related fields
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How to Apply:
- Visit the official WHO careers website and search for Internship – Health Emergencies (2602510)
- Submit your application before 01 August 2026
- Prepare all required documents (proof of enrollment, CV, motivation letter, etc.)
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted
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