Registration Intern
Support the activities of the registration unit by assisting with documentation and filing.
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Overview
Support the activities of the registration unit by assisting with documentation and filing.
You have:
- Be either a recent graduate or a current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme.
- Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant to the work of UNHCR.
- Good command of spoken and written Arabic, French, and English.
- Computer proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft products such as Outlook, Sharepoint, and Teams.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Deadline for Applications
January 31, 2026Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
A (least hardship)Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type
InternshipTarget Start Date
2026-01-01Terms of Reference
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is offering a full-time internship with the Registration Unit – Protection Section at UNHCR Algiers, Algeria Established in December 1950, UNHCR is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for asylum seekers, refugees, returnees, internally displaced communities and stateless people. Every year, millions of men, women and children are forced to flee their homes to escape conflict and persecution. UNHCR currently operates in over 130 countries, using its long expertise to protect and care for millions. Organizational context
UNHCR has been accredited to the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, a signatory to the 1951 Convention relating to the status of refugees, since 1984. It provides protection and assistance to persons of concern in both urban and camp settings. UNHCR’s operation in Algiers serves more than 10,000 refugees and asylum-seekers from the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa. At the request of the Algerian authorities, UNHCR undertakes registration and status determination for asylum-seekers and helps them to secure durable solutions once recognized as refugees. Owing to natural and human-made crises regional and global in nature, there has been a sharp escalation in the number of individuals seeking asylum in Algiers. In 2024, these have numbered as high as 400 per month.
The position:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Registration and Identity Management Officer and in line with UNHCR standards, policies and operating procedures, the intern will support the activities of the registration unit.
Duties and responsibilities:
• Assist in implementing Registration and Data Entry Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with relevant standards and policies;
• Assist in the renewal of asylum seekers and refugees’ documentation in accordance with SOPs; • Assist filing activities; • Participate to counselling and reception activities with other colleagues of the unit; • Perform other related duties as required by supervisor. Minimum qualifications required In order to be considered for an internship, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria: • Be either a recent graduate (having completed their studies within two years of applying) or a current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by IAU/UNESCO; and • Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant or of interest to the work of UNHCR.
Desirable qualifications and skills:
• Computer proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft products Outlook, Sharepoint and Teams and, ideally, registration and scheduling software • Good command of spoken and written Arabic, French, and English • Strong analytical and organizational skills
Conditions:
It is a full-time role with working hours starting from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Sunday to Thursday (40 hours per week). The successful candidate will be assigned to support the team in person in Algiers, Algeria
Allowance: Interns who do not receive financial support from an outside party will receive an allowance to partially help to cover the cost of food, local transportation and living expenses.Standard Job Description
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to manage multiple tasks under pressure? | This question assesses your organizational and time management skills in a high-pressure environment. | Share a specific experience where you prioritized tasks effectively. |
| How do you approach learning new software or tools? | This question evaluates your adaptability and eagerness to learn, crucial in a tech-focused role. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a situation where you assisted someone in resolving a complex issue. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to stay organized when managing various responsibilities? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share your experience working in diverse teams? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you want to intern with UNHCR and specifically in the Registration Unit? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you received constructive criticism. How did you respond? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in data entry tasks? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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