Project Management Intern

  • Posted on 12 January 2026
  • Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Closing on 11 February 2026
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Job Description

This internship offers invaluable experience in project management within the context of international development, specifically focusing on gender-responsive urban development in Nepal. The intern will gain practical skills in project administration, stakeholder engagement, and GESI reporting, contributing to meaningful change in urban spaces.

The Cities 4 Women project (C4WP) represents a forward-looking initiative that places women’s voices, needs, and leadership at the center of urban development. By working with municipalities and development partners, the project seeks to create inclusive, safe, and accessible urban spaces that respond to the lived experiences of women and marginalized groups. The Project Management Intern will support project management capacity and contribute to advancing gender-responsive urban development.


The Project Management Intern will support project management capacity and contribute to advancing gender-responsive urban development. Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the intern will assist with research, documentation, and stakeholder engagement that inform inclusive and resilient city planning.


1. Project Administration and Finance Support

  • Provide support in the preparation of briefs, summaries, and reports related to project administration and finance.

  • Support administrative and financial processes in accordance with project procedures.

  • Contribute to the collection, compilation, and basic analysis of financial and operational data for monitoring purposes.

2. Project Activity Implementation

  • Assist with the implementation of project activities, including participation in field visits and support to community-level engagement.
  • Support the development of communication and visibility materials related to project activities.


3. Stakeholder Coordination and Engagement

  • Assist in coordination with municipalities, partners, and community groups, contributing to the integration of women’s perspectives into project activities.

4. Documentation and Reporting

  • Gain practical experience in drafting documentation, preparing presentations, and contributing to Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) and Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental (HSSE) reporting.


5. Administrative Support

  • Provide administrative tasks such as meeting coordination, minute-taking, and preparation of briefing materials for partner engagements


Training components and learning elements

The internship provides opportunities to develop skills in project management, evidence-based urban planning, and financial oversight. Interns will have access to UNOPS online training tools and are encouraged to participate in learning events organized by UNOPS and other UN agencies in Kathmandu, particularly those focused on gender equality, climate change, DRR, and inclusive urban development. This experience will help build knowledge, networks, and practical skills relevant to a career in international development.    

Participation in missions or training courses

In addition to accessing UNOPS online training courses and tools, the Intern is encouraged to attend and participate in learning events organized by UNOPS and other UN agencies in Kathmandu, particularly those focusing on administrative issues.   


About the Organization

United Nations Office for Project Services

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