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African Union Internships 2026 for African graduates
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African Union invites students and recent graduates from AU Member States to apply for the Internship Program 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Internship Location: African Union Commission Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The African Union (AU) is inviting applications for its Internship Program 2026.
The programme offers students and recent graduates from African Union Member States an opportunity to gain practical work experience while contributing to the work of Africa’s premier continental organisation.
The internship is hosted at the African Union Commission Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and is designed to expose young professionals to international policymaking, multicultural teamwork and continental development work.
The African Union Internship Program is designed to help participants complement their academic studies with hands-on professional experience across different departments within the AU Commission.
The programme also supports the development of technical, administrative and leadership skills while introducing interns to the work of the African Union in promoting:
Cooperation among African nations
Interns may be placed in different AU departments and directorates depending on their academic background and the needs of the organisation.
Opportunities may be available in the following areas:
Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment
Economic Development, Trade, Industry and Mining
Education, Science, Technology and Innovation
Political Affairs, Peace and Security
Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development
Conference Management and Publications
Strategic Planning and Delivery
Partnership and Resource Mobilization
New Partnership for Africa’s Development
Cabinet of the Deputy Chairperson
Ethics, Integrity and Standards
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be nationals of an African Union Member State
Be currently enrolled in the final year of a bachelor’s degree programme
Have completed a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in a relevant field
Be full-time students if applying while still studying
Be no more than 32 years old at the time of selection
Demonstrate high standards of integrity and moral conduct
Have no serious criminal convictions
Be fluent in at least one African Union working language, such as Arabic, English, French or Portuguese
Previous professional work experience is not required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Good knowledge of email and internet applications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams
Knowledge of additional African Union working languages, including Spanish or Kiswahili, will be an added advantage.
The African Union Internship Program is offered as a full-time placement for three months.
The internship may be renewed once for an additional three months.
Applicants should note the following:
Interns are responsible for travel, accommodation and living expenses
No travel compensation is provided
Interns must arrange their own medical insurance for the full internship period
The African Union may provide reasonable assistance with entry and residence visas where necessary
Applicants must submit the following documents during the online application process:
Motivation letter explaining expected learning outcomes from the internship
Valid passport or national identity card
Certified copies of academic certificates
Recommendation letter from the applicant’s educational institution
Completed African Union CV template
The official African Union CV template must be completed and uploaded as part of the application.
After successful submission, applicants will receive an email confirming that their application has been received.
Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for the next stage of the selection process.
This internship is suitable for students and recent graduates who are interested in:
African integration and cooperation
The programme gives young Africans an opportunity to gain practical exposure in a continental institution while building skills that can support long-term career growth.
Click here to apply for African Union Internship Program 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply online before the closing date.
Applications close on 31 December 2026.
Applicants should ensure that all required documents are uploaded correctly.
Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.
Stored requirements — not re-verified
• Applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Be nationals of an African Union Member State
• Be currently enrolled in the final year of a bachelor’s degree programme
• Have completed a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in a relevant field
• Be full-time students if applying while still studying
• Be no more than 32 years old at the time of selection
• Demonstrate high standards of integrity and moral conduct
• Have no serious criminal convictions
• Be fluent in at least one African Union working language, such as Arabic, English, French or Portuguese
• Previous professional work experience is not required.
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