INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Applications for the 2026 UPRI Internship Program is now open.
For inquiries, you may contact the UPRI Education Division at upri.educ@up.edu.ph.
To apply, fill out the Application Form at https://bit.ly/2026-upri-internship-appform.
The UPRI Internship Program
The UPRI Internship Program offers students from diverse academic backgrounds, both within and beyond the University, a valuable opportunity to apply the theories and techniques learned in class to real-world challenges in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM). Students also benefit from the chance to learn directly from professionals in the field.
Through this program, the UP Resilience Institute (UPRI) reinforces its commitment to strengthening the academic community’s role in integrating and mainstreaming DRRM and Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation (CCAM) into education, empowering learners to become more resilient to climate and disaster risks.
Undergraduate Internship Program
First launched in 2020 during the midyear term of the UP School Calendar, this program has been open to undergraduates each midyear since then.
The UPRI welcomes undergraduate interns from various UP constituent universities as well as from numerous higher education institutions across the country. Initially conducted online due to the pandemic, the program transitioned to in-person participation starting in 2022.
UPRI’s commitment to a multidisciplinary approach in DRRM and CCAM allows it to host students from a wide array of academic backgrounds.
Student Interns from 2020 to the Latest Cycle
The program expanded to include two batches per cycle in 2025.
Get to Know the UPRI Divisions
The UP Resilience Institute comprises multidisciplinary teams working on various aspects of DRRM. Discover the divisions you could become a part of here:
Education Office: Establishes non-degree educational programs and support degree programs within the UP System
Institution Building Office: Helps improve the capability of the UP System as an agent of change for disaster resilience in the Philippines and the Pacific Rim region
Knowledge Sharing Office: Disseminates research findings, creative works and innovations
Research and Creative Work Office: Undertakes policy research, action research and interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary research or creative work
UP NOAH Center: Undertakes advanced disaster science research and comprehensive and multidisciplinary assessment of hazards. The results of these are developed into accessible tools that are relevant for local government units, community leaders, policy makers, planners and families to prevent and mitigate disasters.
More information available at: Internship Opening Post
Intern Spotlight
Read firsthand accounts from our interns, sharing the skills they've gained and the insights they've discovered during their time with UPRI.
How to Join
For 2026, UPRI will have two internship cycles:
Batch 1: May 25 – June 19, 2026
Batch 2: June 22 – July 17, 2026
To apply, fill out the Application Form at https://bit.ly/2026-upri-internship-appform.
Note: Only applications submitted through the official Google Form will be processed. Applications sent through other channels will not be entertained.
FAQs
1. Do you accept voluntary interns?
Yes, we accept both voluntary and course-required internship applications. However, all applications are subject to the approval of the division you are applying to.
2. Can I still apply if my internship timeline for my required course is not within your internship period (e.g., starts before the batch opening or ends after the batch closing)?
Yes, extended internships are allowed, but only for course-required internships. Please indicate your preferred internship dates in the application form. Kindly note that all applications remain subject to the approval of the division you are applying to.
Contact us
Internship Coordinator - UPRI Education Division at upri.educ@up.edu.ph.