Job description
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY @ FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS (FAO)
LOCATION: Various locations across Africa
POSITION: FAO INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME FOR AFRICA (RAF)
OVERVIEW
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) invites expressions of interest from students and recent graduates for its Internship Programme for Africa (RAF).
FAO is a specialised United Nations agency working to defeat hunger, improve food security, and promote sustainable agriculture and agri-food systems worldwide.
The internship programme offers participants an opportunity to gain practical work experience within the UN system, contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and support FAO's mission of transforming agri-food systems for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life.
JOB TYPE: Internship Programme
INTERNSHIP DURATION: Three (3) to eleven (11) months
LOCATION: Various locations across Africa
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Saturday, 2nd January 2027, at 8:59 AM CAT
PROGRAMME: FAO INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME FOR AFRICA
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be between 21 and 30 years of age.
Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme, or be a recent graduate.
Be a national of an FAO Member state
Have an academic specialisation relevant to FAO's mission.
Have a working knowledge of at least one FAO official language: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish.
Demonstrate the ability to adapt to an international and multicultural working environment.
Possess good communication skills.
RELEVANT FIELDS OF STUDY
Applicants should be studying or have graduated in a field relevant to FAO's work, including:
Agriculture and Agricultural Sciences.
Soil Science.
Food Science.
Engineering.
Environmental Science.
Economics.
Fisheries.
Forestry.
Veterinary Science.
Nutrition.
Development Studies.
Other fields related to FAO's mandate.
Additional Advantage: Knowledge of a second FAO official language will be an added advantage.
WHAT THE INTERNSHIP OFFERS
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to:
Gain practical work experience within a United Nations specialised agency.
Contribute to programmes supporting food security and sustainable agriculture.
Gain exposure to international development and agri-food systems.
Work in a multicultural and international environment.
Contribute to initiatives supporting the Sustainable Development Goals.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible candidates should apply through the official FAO recruitment portal.
APPLICATION LINK: https://jobs.fao.org/career.../fao_external/jobdetail.ftl...
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Visit the FAO recruitment portal and complete your online profile.
Attach a Letter of Motivation.
Upload proof of university enrolment or a copy of your academic qualifications.
Complete and submit your application through the official portal.
Important: Only applications submitted through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered.
Closing Date:Saturday, 2nd January 2027, at 8:59 AM CAT
Applicants are encouraged to apply early rather than wait until the deadline.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
FAO does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment process, including application, assessment, interview, or appointment.