PAID FAO Internship Programme 2027: Gain Hands-On Experience with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization

Overview

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Internship Programme offers a valuable learning opportunity for motivated individuals to share their perspectives and research experience in FAO's domains. Interns work alongside experts on projects promoting sustainable food systems, environmental protection, and global nutrition security, helping the organization eradicate hunger while gaining practical insights into international development.

The duration of an FAO internship typically ranges from 3 to 11 months, depending on departmental needs and specific assignments.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: Candidates must be nationals of FAO Member nations.
Education: Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a bona fide educational institution at the time of application, or be recent graduates. Those studying where higher education is not divided into stages must have completed at least three years of full-time studies.
Languages: Working knowledge of at least one FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) is required. Knowledge of a second official language is considered an asset.
Age: Candidates should be between 21 and 30 years old at the start of the internship.
Skills: Applicants must adapt well to multicultural environments, possess good communication skills, and know how to use basic computer programs.
Residence/Visa: Candidates must hold appropriate residence or immigration status in their duty station country prior to the start of the assignment.
Family Relation: Individuals with close family members (defined as a mother, father, brother, or sister) employed by FAO under any contract type are ineligible.

Benefits

Selected interns receive a monthly stipend in local currency, not exceeding US$700, to help cover living expenses in their duty station. Sponsored interns may receive financial support directly from their sponsoring institutions.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply online through the official FAO careers portal by submitting a Call for Expression of Interest. Applications should include a motivation letter and proof of university attendance. For more information, you can visit the official FAQ page.

You can review specific regional openings and submit your application through the following links:

Deadline

The deadline to submit applications for these calls is December 31, 2026.