FAO Internship Programme 2025 | Paid Internship

The FAO Internship Programme 2025 is an Internship Programme which is paid as well, and receives a monthly stipend making it provide generous financial support throughout the whole period of the internship program. All the assignments and work are at an entry level and in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals SDGs and Strategic Objectives. 

FAO International Internship

This international internship is open to applicants in the member countries and can be applied for by undergraduate or postgraduate students and recent graduates. The United Nations Internship allows a person to be employed by the Food and Agriculture Organization in 2025 and gain valued experience. Internship with the Food and Agriculture Organization will be an ideal experience for the new entrants working for the elitist organization.

Programme

Under this Internship Programme, during their assignments, the interns will have a rich experience. The internship is considered as an excellent learning experience for all the UN interns. The Food and Agriculture Organization is an agency of the United Nations (UN) and ranks among the world's top food organizations. 

Internship

Fully Funded Internship

Deadline 

January 1,2025

Benefits

• Interns receive about $700 a month to supplement living expenses.
• The program gives practical experience in food security and agriculture projects.
• Trainees are taught by trained practitioners to further improve their skills.
• Interns interact with worldwide peers, making future connections.
• This runs a program in various countries, so it gives a panoramic view of food security.
• Internships are also available for backgrounds in research, policy and communications.
   

Eligibility 

• Be a citizen of a Member Nation of the FAO
• Be between 18 and 30 years old
• Be proficient in one of the official languages of FAO: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese or Russian
   

Academic Requirements:

• Be studying either an undergraduate or a graduate degree
• Be two years into the undergraduate degree
• Recent graduates (as of less than 2 years ago when applying) may also apply
• Proficiency in MS Office is required
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• To be able to work in a multicultural environment
   

How to Apply for Scholarship?

• Check your email address by following the activation link sent by FAO
• Update your CV in English, French or Spanish
• Write a motivation letter at 1 page maximum explaining why you are interested in this internship and how this fits into your overall career objectives
• Log into your FAO Career Portal account
• Find the INTERNSHIP vacancy by Keyword "Internship
• Click on "Apply" and upload your CV, motivation letter, and other documents if necessary
• CV
• Motivation letter
• Proof of enrollment or graduation (academic transcript or diploma)
• Proof of language proficiency (if necessary)
• You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application
• Track your application status using your FAO Career Portal account