Become a UNDP Student Ambassador and Join a Global Network of Changemakers

Are you a Nigerian student passionate about international development, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and making a real impact in your community and beyond? The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) invites you to apply for the 2025 UNDP Student Ambassador Programme — a unique opportunity to gain global exposure, professional development, and hands-on advocacy experience.

What is the UNDP Student Ambassador Programme?

The programme is designed to empower undergraduate and graduate students to act as official ambassadors for UNDP in their local university and community. For a period of 5 to 6 months, selected students will engage in activities that promote the mission and values of UNDP, particularly its role in international development and the SDGs.

This is not an internship — it is a global platform where students can build their brand, strengthen their CVs, and join a community of young, passionate individuals committed to driving positive change.

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Why Should You Apply?

Becoming a Student Ambassador at the United Nations Development Programme comes with numerous benefits:

• Professional Exposure: Gain insights into the inner workings of the UN system and international development.
• Skill Development: Improve your soft skills, event planning, communication, and digital content creation.
• Global Community: Connect with a diverse cohort of students from over 17 countries and 69 universities.
• Networking Opportunities: Interact with UNDP staff, development professionals, and student organisations.
• Recognition: Earn a certificate of participation and enhance your professional profile on platforms like LinkedIn.
• Inspiration: Be part of something bigger — inspire your peers to consider a career in global development.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Student Ambassador, you’ll commit about 2 hours per week to activities like:

• Promoting UNDP as an employer of choice on campus.
• Organising events such as workshops and career fairs that raise awareness about UNDP’s mission.
• Engaging on social media to share content related to UNDP’s work and opportunities.
• Collaborating with student organisations and university career services.
• Participating in capacity-building workshops hosted by UNDP.

Who Can Apply?

UNDP is looking for students who are:

• Currently enrolled in a university (undergraduate or postgraduate).
• Passionate about sustainable development.
• Skilled or enthusiastic about communication, event planning, or digital content creation.
• Fluent in English.
• Available to promote UNDP’s work for a semester.
• Previous experience with public speaking, social media, or community engagement is a plus, but not required.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• A resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience
• Send these to the local UNDP focal point (details can be found in your regional UNDP office or university career portal). Applications are open until July 5, 2025.

You can get more details on the UNDP Student Ambassador Programme here.