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IFAD Internship Program 2026-27 (Paid Internship Program)

Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Country

Italy

Level

undergraduate, masters

Organization

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)

Field

International Development, Rural Development, Agriculture

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The IFAD Internship Program offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain practical work experience at IFAD headquarters in Rome or at regional/country offices. The program focuses on international and rural development.

Coverage

All interns receive a monthly allowance. Interns from developing countries (including Ethiopia) who travel to the duty station receive an additional allowance for accommodation and travel expenses.

Eligibility

Applicants must be 30 years old or younger. You must be a current university student who has completed at least two years of undergraduate studies, or a recent graduate who completed their degree within the last 24 months.

Requirements

Applicants must be fluent in English. Proficiency in an additional IFAD official language (Arabic, French, or Spanish) or another language relevant to the assignment region is required.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted through the official IFAD careers portal. You must register an account, create a profile, search for open internship vacancies, and submit the required documents, including your CV and the online application form.

Notes

There is no fixed global deadline; the deadline depends on the specific vacancy posted on the IFAD career portal. Internships last for 6 months with the possibility of a 6-month extension.

Source & Verification

Host organization: International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)

Original source: ScholarshipsCorner

Official application page: https://www.ifad.org/en/work-with-us/internship-programmes

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.