The African Union Commission – Internship Program

The African Union Commission invites qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following post:

1. Internship Program

Location: Addis Ababa
Job Grade: Internship
Required Number: 50
AU Organ: The African Union Commission
Req ID: 1506

Purpose of the Internship:

The African Union Internship Program provides an opportunity for interns to complement their educational experience and develop professional skills through hands-on experience at the AU. This full-time program aims to foster participants’ personal and professional development in various fields, while promoting respect for diversity, teamwork, and collaboration within an intercultural environment.

Focus Areas:

Interns will provide administrative and technical support for the effective implementation of African Union programs, projects, and activities in various departments, including:

Cabinet of the Chairperson
Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS)
Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation (ESTI)
Health, Humanitarian Affairs, and Social Development (HHS)
Women, Gender, and Youth (WGY)
And more…

Eligibility Requirements:

Actively enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree program, OR
Must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree or an advanced/post-graduate (Masters) qualification in a related field
Nationals of an African Union Member State
Fluent in at least one AU working language (Arabic, English, French, or Portuguese)
No more than 32 years old at the time of selection
High standard of moral conduct and integrity
No criminal convictions (excluding minor traffic offences)
Prior work experience is not required

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should complete their profile using the African Union CV template. The use of the AU CV template is mandatory. Download the CV template from the provided link and upload it with your application.