Unlock Global Opportunities: IFAD Internship Program for Young Changemakers

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger, offers a transformative six-month Internship Program for young graduates and students. This program provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in rural development and contribute to impactful projects while broadening professional horizons.

Program Highlights

Duration: 6 months (possibility of an additional six-month extension).
Allowance: Monthly stipend, with enhanced benefits (housing and travel allowance) for interns from developing countries requiring relocation.
Learning Focus: Exposure to IFAD’s mission areas such as rural transformation, agricultural productivity, and poverty reduction.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, candidates must:

Be 30 years old or younger.
Be enrolled in an accredited university or graduate school with:
At least two years of undergraduate studies completed.
Attendance in courses within the last 24 months; OR
Recently graduated (undergraduate or postgraduate) within the past 24 months.
Be fluent in English (knowledge of Arabic, French, Spanish, or other regional languages is an asset).

Program Benefits

Regular Internship Program (IP): Monthly allowance for all interns.
Enhanced Internship Program (EIP): Additional housing and travel allowance for interns from developing countries working outside Rome.

Job Role and Learning Objectives

Gain hands-on experience in areas relevant to IFAD’s mission.
Work on projects addressing agricultural productivity, rural income growth, and poverty alleviation.
Contribute to policies advocating rural transformation at local, national, and international levels.

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