IOM — KOICA YP Project Intern | Apply by 30 September 2026

IOM KOICA YP Project Intern 2026 – Seoul Internship IOM is recruiting a KOICA YP Project Intern in Seoul, South Korea. Learn about the eligibility requirements, responsibilities and 30 September 2026 deadline.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is inviting applications for the KOICA YP_Project Intern position in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The internship supports project implementation, migration-related programmes, refugee resettlement, movement operations and partnerships.

The application deadline is 30 September 2026.

The position is based within IOM Republic of Korea’s Programme Support Unit, which supports projects involving government and civil society partnerships, refugee resettlement and assistance to vulnerable migrants.

The intern will work under the supervision of the Senior National Government Liaison and Partnership Officer and the Sr. Project Associate.

Key Responsibilities

The intern will support:

Movement operations for refugees and vulnerable migrants.
Movement data management and document preparation.
Procurement and administrative activities.
Refugee resettlement project activities and documentation.
Return and reintegration assistance.
Research and preparation for stakeholder meetings.
Project development related to migration issues in Korea.
KOICA-funded capacity-building activities.
Seminars, conferences, meetings and other project events.
General project and administrative tasks.

Eligibility and Qualifications

Applicants should be:

In the final year of a Bachelor’s degree or graduates with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
From fields such as international development, international relations, political or social sciences, migration studies, human rights or a related discipline.
Familiar with desk research.
Experienced in, or interested in, international, governmental or non-governmental organisations and project support.
Comfortable working in an international environment.
Proficient with office software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
Familiar with humanitarian assistance, international development and migration issues.

Language Requirements

Professional proficiency in both Korean and English, in oral and written communication, is required.

Internship Details

Organisation: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Position: KOICA YP_Project Intern
Location: Seoul, Republic of Korea
Job ID: 23020
Contract Type: Internship (2–6 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 7 months
Grade: UG
Posting Date: 9 September 2026
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026, 16:55
Vacancy Type: Internship

IOM covers interns for occupational accidents and illnesses under its Compensation Plan during the internship. However, interns are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accidents or illnesses.

The vacancy is also subject to funding confirmation, medical fitness, accreditation, residency or visa requirements and security clearances.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official IOM e-Recruitment system. IOM states that no late applications will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply for the IOM KOICA YP_Project Intern position

IOM does not charge applicants any fee at any stage of recruitment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the IOM internship based?

The internship is based in Seoul, Republic of Korea.

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 30 September 2026 at 16:55, according to the vacancy information provided.

What educational background is required?

Applicants should generally be final-year Bachelor’s students or Bachelor’s graduates in fields such as international development, international relations, social sciences, migration studies, human rights or related areas.

Are Korean language skills required?

Yes. Professional proficiency in Korean and English, both written and spoken, is required.

Does IOM provide medical insurance?

IOM covers occupational accidents and illnesses under its Compensation Plan. Interns must arrange their own coverage for non-occupational accidents and illnesses.