Summary

The FAO Internship Programme 2026 offers a remarkable opportunity for aspiring professionals in the field of international development. This program provides hands-on experience working alongside experts in food security and agriculture, while also offering financial support.

  • 🌱 Purpose: Offers young talents a learning opportunity to contribute innovative ideas and research to FAO’s domains.
  • 🎓 Target Group: Students (undergraduate or postgraduate) or recent graduates seeking practical work experience.
  • 🌍 Experience: Gain insight into FAO’s mandate, programmes, and contributions to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
  • ✅ Eligibility Criteria:
    • 🏛️ Nationality: Must be a national of an FAO Member country.
    • 📚 Education: Enrolled in a degree programme or recent graduate from a recognized institution.
    • 🗣️ Languages: Working knowledge of at least one FAO official language (English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian); a second language is a plus.
    • 🎂 Age: Between 21–30 at the start of internship.
    • 💻 Skills: Adaptable to multicultural environments, good communication, basic computer proficiency.
    • 🏠 Residence/Visa: Must have valid residence/immigration status in the country of assignment.
    • 👨‍👩‍👧 Family Restriction: Close relatives working at FAO are not eligible.
  • ⏳ Duration: 3–11 months per assignment.

Designation

Intern

Research Area

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Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture

Location

Various countries (as per assignment)

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Must be nationals of FAO Member countries.
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or a recent graduate.
  • Must have a working knowledge of at least one FAO official language (English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, or Russian); knowledge of a second language is an asset.
  • Age between 21 and 30 at the start of the internship.
  • Ability to adapt to an international multicultural environment.
  • Good communication skills and proficiency in basic computer applications.
  • Must not have family members (brother, sister, mother, or father) employed by FAO.

Job Description

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Interns will:

  • Engage in meaningful projects related to food security and agriculture.
  • Collaborate with professionals to develop essential skills.
  • Network with global colleagues and gain exposure to diverse perspectives on food security.
  • Participate in various tasks, including research, policy-making, and communications.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the FAO’s official website to find internship vacancies that match your qualifications.
  2. Review the internship requirements and prepare necessary documents, such as:
  • CV
  • Cover letter
  • Academic transcripts
  • Language certificates
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Identification documents
  1. Submit your application through the online application portal on the FAO’s official website.
  2. Ensure all sections of the application form are completed and all required documents are uploaded.
  3. After submission, you will receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt of your application.
  4. The selection process may include a written test and/or an interview.

Last Date to Apply

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