ILRI Internship: Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Unit

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) is seeking an undergraduate intern to join its ICT department at the Addis Ababa campus. ILRI is a premier CGIAR research center focused on livestock science to improve food security and livelihoods in developing countries.

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Position Overview

• Position Title: ILRI Internship: Information Communication and Technology Unit
• Reference Number: REF: INT/ILRI/ICT_ADD/01/2026
• Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Duration: 3 months
• Benefits: Monthly stipend and medical insurance coverage for the duration of the internship.

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Key Responsibilities

The intern will support ILRI’s ICT service desk and assist with daily operational tasks, including:

• Service Desk Support: Manning the ICT service desk, managing support tickets, and assigning them to appropriate technicians.
• Technical Assistance: Providing basic troubleshooting and support to users, running routine diagnostics on ICT systems, and installing software or hardware on endpoints.
• Meeting Coordination: Assisting with the technical setup for physical and virtual meetings.
• System Maintenance: Cleaning up records within various ICT systems and testing new software or technical tools.
• Logistics: Delivering hardware and computing resources to staff as required.

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Requirements

• Education: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate university degree program pursuing a Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Languages: Good command of written and spoken English.
• Attributes: Eagerness to learn across multiple ICT functions (business systems, SharePoint, cybersecurity, hardware, and networking).

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How to Apply

• Deadline: May 20, 2026
• Application Link: ILRI Simplicant Portal

Required Documents:

Your application must include the following items to be considered:

1. Cover Letter: Addressed to the Senior Manager, Capacity Development, expressing your interest and motivation. Note: The position title and reference number (REF: INT/ILRI/ICT_ADD/01/2026) must be clearly stated in the subject line of your cover letter.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. Academic Transcripts / Certificates.
4. University Letter: An official letter from your university confirming your current enrollment, the internship period, and that the internship is a formal requirement of your study program.