The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) offers six-month internship opportunities to recent graduates or students specializing in areas relevant to IFAD’s mission. Interns can extend their experience for another six months, gaining broader exposure to IFAD’s work. The program provides a monthly allowance, with additional support for housing and travel for interns from developing countries.

Through this internship, you’ll develop your skills, gain insight into IFAD’s operations, and support impactful programs that aim to transform rural communities. IFAD interns also have the opportunity to pursue a second six-month internship, deepening their experience and understanding of different aspects of rural development.

This initiative is part of IFAD’s broader commitment to fostering geographic diversity and attracting talent from all over the world.

About IFAD:

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is a UN agency focused on eradicating rural poverty and hunger by investing in rural communities. It funds programs to boost agricultural productivity, increase incomes, and advocates for policies that support rural transformation.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: Rolling Base
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Organizer: International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
• Eligible Countries: Open to all countries, with special consideration for developing countries
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Recent graduates or current students specializing in areas relevant to IFAD’s mission
• Field: Agriculture, Rural Development, International Development
• Study Level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
• Duration: 6 months, extendable six months
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Various, including IFAD headquarters in Rome

Benefits and Financial Aids

The internship program offers the following benefits:

• Monthly allowance for all interns
• Additional allowance for housing and travel for interns from developing countries
• Valuable international work experience with a focus on rural poverty alleviation and agricultural development
• Opportunity to pursue a second internship for further learning

Eligibility Criteria

The following are the internship requirements:

• Must be 30 years of age or younger
• Enrolled in an accredited university or graduate school, having completed at least two years of undergraduate studies or recently completed university studies within the last 24 months
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other IFAD official languages is a plus.
• Applicants should be available for six months

How to Apply?

To apply, create a profile through the official IFAD application portal using the link below. Applications are open year-round, so apply early to increase your chances of selection.

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Further details and information regarding the Internship Program are available on the official IFAD website.

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