Introducing the FAO Internship Program 2025
Applications are now open for the FAO Internship Program 2025 at FAO Headquarters in Italy and in other countries.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) leads global efforts to combat hunger and achieve food security for all, ensuring that people have regular access to enough high-quality food for active, healthy lives.
With 195 member countries, FAO operates in over 130 nations worldwide. We believe everyone can contribute to ending hunger.
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The FAO Internship Program 2025 aims to attract talented young individuals who are motivated to share their fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and recent academic experiences in FAO’s areas of focus.
The program offers participants a chance to enhance their academic knowledge through practical work assignments related to FAO’s mission.
Internship Summary
Job Title: Call for Expression of Interest – FAO Internship Program 2025 for FAO Headquarters (HQ)
Type: Internship
Location: Rome, Italy
Sponsor: Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Duration: 3 to 11 months
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Eligible Countries: All Countries
Benefits: $700 monthly stipend, medical coverage, training
Deadline: December 31, 2024
Eligibility Requirements for the FAO Internship Program 2025
— Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited educational institution at the time of application or a recent graduate.
— FAO only considers degrees from institutions recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), which is maintained by the International Association of Universities (IAU) and UNESCO. The list can be accessed at www.whed.net.
— Candidates must specialize in a field relevant to FAO’s mission and work.
— A working knowledge of at least one FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) is required; knowledge of a second FAO language is an asset.
— Candidates must be nationals of FAO member countries.
— Applicants should be between 21 and 30 years old.
— Candidates must demonstrate the ability to adapt to an international multicultural environment and possess good communication skills.
Intern Responsibilities
Through the FAO Internship Program 2025, interns will contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and FAO’s Strategic Framework in support of the 2030 Agenda.
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This transformation aims to create more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems that promote better production, improved nutrition, a healthier environment, and a better quality of life for all, ensuring no one is left behind.
Reporting Lines: The intern will report to an assigned supervisor.
Technical Focus: The intern will be assigned to various fields of work based on their profile and the organization’s needs.
Tasks and Responsibilities: The intern will perform functions as outlined in the Terms of Reference (TOR) provided by the hiring office.
FAO Core Competencies:
— Results Focus
— Teamwork
— Communication
— Building Effective Relationships
— Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
— Relevant academic background in one of the organization’s fields.
All candidates are expected to uphold FAO values, including commitment to the organization, respect for all, and integrity and transparency.
How to Apply
To apply for the FAO Internship Program 2025, please visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
We strongly recommend ensuring that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills.
You will need to attach a letter of motivation, proof of enrollment in a recognized university, or a copy of your academic qualifications to your online profile.
Once your profile is complete, please submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal. Only applications submitted via this portal will be considered.
Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided in your online profile. Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees from institutions recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Candidates who are not selected by the closing date and wish to be considered for future opportunities should reapply for new openings.
The FAO Internship Program 2025 encourages applicants to submit their applications well before the deadline.
Deadline: December 31, 2024
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