African Union Internship Program 2026 | How to Apply

Applications are now open for the African Union Internship Program 2026, an opportunity designed to help young Africans gain practical work experience while contributing to the activities of the African Union.

The programme allows undergraduate and graduate students from African Union member states to build professional skills, expand their networks, and gain valuable exposure to an international working environment.

Internship Summary

• Host Organization: African Union (AU)
• Category: Internship | Training
• Eligible Countries: All African Union Member States
• Benefits: Professional training, networking opportunities, practical work experience, and career development
• Application Deadline: December 31, 2026

Program Details

The African Union Internship Program is a full-time professional placement that gives participants the opportunity to work within various departments of the AU.

Interns are expected to contribute to ongoing projects while learning from experienced professionals in a multicultural environment. The programme is suitable for individuals who are passionate about Africa’s development and interested in international public service.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be in the final year of a bachelor’s degree programme or already hold a bachelor’s or postgraduate qualification.
• Be a citizen of an African Union Member State.
• Be proficient in at least one African Union working language, including English, French, Arabic, or Portuguese.
• Be no older than 32 years at the time of selection.
• Demonstrate good character and integrity.
• Have no serious criminal convictions.
• Note that previous work experience is not required.

Internship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• Hands-on professional experience within the African Union.
• Exposure to international and multicultural work environments.
• Opportunities to develop professional and leadership skills.
• Networking opportunities with professionals across Africa.

Please note that interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses.

Required Documents

Applicants are generally required to submit:

• Motivation letter.
• Valid passport or national identity card.
• Academic certificates.
• Updated curriculum vitae (CV).
• Recommendation letter from their institution.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official African Union internship portal, create an application profile, complete the online application form, upload all required documents, and submit their application before the closing date.

Applicants will receive an email confirmation after successfully submitting their application.

The application deadline is December 31, 2026.

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