Applications are now open for the UN Immersion Programme, a 5-day field visit to Geneva organized by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), taking place in February, May, July, and August 2024. Scholarships are available.
Fully immerse yourself in Geneva, Switzerland, the host city of the main United Nations offices, and gain a first-hand experience of the UN.
Join UN staff and peers from around the globe for this unique programme designed to build your knowledge and skills in diplomacy, and learn how to work more effectively and efficiently in any international environment. The programme will consist of a nuanced balance between:
- Expert lectures
- Training workshops
- Multilateral conferences
- Private guided tours
- Career development sessions
It also provides access to the UN’s institutions and staff, allowing you to build networks and gain insights into future career steps. Attend dedicated career development sessions to learn how to optimize your CV, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile, from professionals.
The field visit includes activities with the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and other Geneva-based institutions.
The programme is offered in four editions:
- February Edition: 08 January – 09 February 2024. Field Visit: 05 – 09 February 2024
- May Edition: 22 April – 24 May 2024. Field Visit: 20 – 24 May 2024
- July Edition: 17 June – 19 July 2024. Field Visit: 15 – 19 July 2024
- August Edition: 29 July – 30 August 2024. Field Visit: 26 – 30 August 2024
For all editions, a Premium Package is available, which includes a full preparatory e-learning course before the field visit, as well as accommodations in Geneva. A Basic Package is also available that includes the field visit to Geneva only. (This package does not include the preparatory e-learning course, or accommodations in Geneva)
A maximum of 30 participants will be accepted per edition. All individuals are welcome to register, and spots will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.
UNITAR will offer scholarship opportunities for a limited number of participants to attend the training free of charge. For enquiries related to scholarships and criteria required, kindly send an email to: Multilateralism@unitar.org
For more information on specific programme/package details, costs, dates, and application procedures, and to see a video of previous editions, please click here.
*Please note the registration deadline for the February edition (Premium Package) is 04 January 2024.
As spaces are limited for this, and all editions, kindly apply now via the link below: