SUMMER APPLICATION ROUND 1 CLOSES ON MARCH 29, 2026

SUMMER APPLICATION ROUND 1 CLOSES ON MARCH 29, 2026

SUMMER APPLICATION ROUND 1 CLOSES ON MARCH 29, 2026

Study International Policy & Diplomacy Where It Happens

Study International Policy & Diplomacy Where It Happens

Study International Policy & Diplomacy Where It Happens

A global diplomacy experience combining online international policy training with an in-person institutional experience.

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Exclusively tailored for high school students

Exclusively tailored for high school students

Includes Institutional Visits (UN office, WTO, CERN, and more!)

Includes Institutional Visits (UN office, WTO, CERN, and more!)

INTRODUCTION

Introducing: The UN Pathways Program
(Online & Hybrid)

The UN Pathway Program is a global diplomacy experience designed to equip students with practical skills in policy analysis, negotiation, and international governance. Delivered through a structured virtual work experience with the option to extend into an in-person institutional immersion.

UN Pathways Program GSD

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Where Preparation Meets Practice

The UN Pathways Program combines a virtual work experience with in-person immersion in Geneva. Students move from foundational analysis to applied learning within international policy environments.

Integrated Global Policy Experience
Engage in structured policy simulations and real international decision-making processes.
Mentorship & Institutional Insight
Learn directly from mentors with experience in global institutions like the UN and WTO.
Skills-Based, Applied Learning
Build practical skills in analysis, negotiation, and strategic thinking through hands-on case work.
Certification & Recognition
Earn an official certificate and the opportunity for a personalized letter of recommendation to strengthen your applications.
Skills-Based, Applied Learning
Build practical skills in analysis, negotiation, and strategic thinking through hands-on case work.
Certification & Recognition
Receive an official certificate and personalized recommendation letter for your applications.

HOW IT WORKS

Participation Tracks

Students can choose between an Online or Hybrid (Online + In-Person) format, each designed to move from foundational skills to applied global exposure.

Online Track - UN Pathways Virtual Work Experience

Online Track - UN Pathways Virtual Work Experience

A four-week virtual work experience focused on global governance frameworks, policy analysis, and applied case-based learning.

Online Track - UN Pathways Virtual Work Experience

A four-week virtual work experience focused on global governance frameworks, policy analysis, and applied case-based learning.

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Hybrid Track - UN Pathways WEP + Geneva Immersion

Hybrid Track - UN Pathways WEP + Geneva Immersion

Includes the full virtual work experience in the online track, followed by an in-person institutional immersion featuring organizational visits and experiential learning within a global policy environment.

Hybrid Track - UN Pathways WEP + Geneva Immersion

Includes the full virtual work experience in the online track, followed by an in-person institutional immersion featuring organizational visits and experiential learning within a global policy environment.

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PROGRAM STRUCTURE

A Structured Pathway in Diplomacy & Policy

The UN Pathways Program is offered in both Online and Hybrid (Online + In-Person) formats, each designed with a clear progression to allow students progress from core policy foundations to applied learning within real international institutions.

DATES
Jun 6, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

4 Weeks | 10 hrs/week

Cohort + 1:1

Online

THE ONLINE TRACK

UN Pathways Virtual Work-Experience Program

The UN Pathways WEP is a four-week online program that builds core diplomacy and policy skills through technical instruction, analytical frameworks, and applied case-based learning, following the structure of Delta’s Delve programs.

Dates:

Jun 6, 2026

- Jul 12, 2026

4 Weeks | 10 hrs/week

Cohort + 1:1

Online

THE ONLINE TRACK

UN Pathways Virtual Work-Experience Program

The UN Pathways WEP is a four-week online program that builds core diplomacy and policy skills through technical instruction, analytical frameworks, and applied case-based learning, following the structure of Delta’s Delve programs.

THE MENTORS

Meet the Global Governance Experts

Students will engage with experienced diplomats, international lawyers, policy advisors, and global governance experts who have served within the United Nations system, multilateral institutions, and national governments. Students will meet experts who worked at:

THE GENEVA IMMERSION

Program's Journey & Focus

As part of the Hybrid Track, students begin with a virtual work experience before progressing to in-person immersion in Geneva, applying their learning within real international policy settings.

United Nations
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Foundations of Diplomacy

Students begin with essential concepts in international relations, global governance, conflict resolution, and diplomatic communication.

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Exploration & Exchange

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Leadership in Action

United Nations
01

Foundations of Diplomacy

Students begin with essential concepts in international relations, global governance, conflict resolution, and diplomatic communication.

02

Exploration & Exchange

03

Leadership in Action

United Nations
01

Foundations of Diplomacy

Students begin with essential concepts in international relations, global governance, conflict resolution, and diplomatic communication.

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Exploration & Exchange

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Leadership in Action

HOW IT WORKS

Registration and Application Process

Here’s how you can get started:

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Submit Your Interest Form
Tell us a bit about yourself and what you hope to gain from the program. This helps us match you with the right opportunities.
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Meet with Our Advisor
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Choose Your Program & Confirm Your Enrollment
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Receive Your Delta Welcome Pack & Get Onboarded
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Submit Your Interest Form
Tell us a bit about yourself and what you hope to gain from the program. This helps us match you with the right opportunities.
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Meet with Our Advisor
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Choose Your Program & Confirm Your Enrollment
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Receive Your Delta Welcome Pack & Get Onboarded
The Cohort Size is Limited to 30 Students!
The Cohort Size is Limited to 30 Students!

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as admissions may close once capacity is reached.

Begin Your Path to Global Diplomacy Now

Take the first step toward exploring global policy, diplomacy, and United Nations career pathways.

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Start Your Career Journey Today!

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Start Your Career Journey Today!

Your potential has no age limit.

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Register your interest and schedule a free consultation with one of our expert advisors.