African Union Commission (AUC) External Vacancy Announcement

Internship Program

The African Union (AU), a unique Pan-African continental body headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is mandated to spearhead Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion, and cooperation among African peoples and states.

In line with its mandate and capacity-building efforts, the African Union Commission (AUC) invites applications from qualified citizens of AU Member States for its Internship Program.

Vacancy Details

Job Title: Internship Program
Job Grade: Internship
Number of Openings: 50
Posting Date: March 7, 2025
Application Deadline: December 31, 2025
AU Organ: African Union Commission
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

AU Core Values

Respect for Diversity and Teamwork
Think Africa Above All
Transparency and Accountability
Integrity and Impartiality
Efficiency and Professionalism
Information and Knowledge Sharing

Purpose of the Internship

The African Union Internship Program provides young African professionals and students with an opportunity to complement their academic knowledge with hands-on professional experience within the AU.

The program:

Exposes interns to AU policies, programs, and operations
Strengthens personal and professional skills
Promotes intercultural learning and Pan-African values
Serves as a grooming platform for future African leaders

Internships are full-time engagements designed for candidates with strong interest in African integration and development.

Focus Areas / Departments

Interns may be assigned to one of the following AU departments and offices:

Cabinet of the Chairperson
Cabinet of the Deputy Chairperson
Office of the Director General
Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy & Sustainable Environment (ARBE)
Economic Development, Trade, Industry & Mining (ETIM)
Education, Science, Technology & Innovation (ESTI)
Infrastructure & Energy (IE)
Political Affairs, Peace & Security (PAPS)
Health, Humanitarian Affairs & Social Development (HHS)
Human Resources Management (HRM)
Operations Support Services
Management Information Systems (MIS)
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Conference Management & Publications (CMP)
Office for Safety & Security Services
Citizens and Diaspora (CIDO)
Medical & Health Services
Financial Control Unit
Office of Strategic Planning & Delivery
Office of Internal Oversight (OIO)
Quality Assurance & Control
Ethics, Integrity & Standards
Office of the Secretary to the Commission
Office of the Legal Counsel (OLC)
Office of Protocol
Partnership & Resource Mobilization
Women, Gender & Youth (WGY)
Information & Communication
Peace Fund Secretariat
NEPAD (New Partnership for Africa’s Development)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Be citizens of an AU Member State
Be actively enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree, OR
Have completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
Be no more than 32 years old at the time of selection
Be fluent in at least one AU working language (Arabic, English, French, or Portuguese)
Demonstrate high moral conduct and integrity
Have no serious criminal record (excluding minor traffic offenses)
Prior work experience is not required

Required Skills

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Good knowledge of email and internet applications
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally
Knowledge of an additional AU working language is an advantage
(French, English, Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish, or Kiswahili)

Core Competencies

Clear and effective communication
Strong writing and reporting skills
Commitment to work and learning
Ability to work in a multicultural environment
Integrity and professionalism

Terms and Conditions

The internship is unpaid
Interns are responsible for:
- Travel costs
- Accommodation and living expenses
- Medical and insurance coverage
Internship duration: 3 months, renewable once only
AU will assist with visa facilitation where possible
No travel or medical evacuation expenses will be covered by AU