Applications are now open for the African Union Internship Program 2023 for young Africans. Here’s how to apply:
Application Deadline:ย ย June 30, 2023
The AU internship programย is a full-time engagement through which qualified individuals from diverse academic backgrounds are given the opportunity to gain professional exposure within the AU. As an organization which promotes respect for diversity and team work, we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Applicants should have a keen interest in the work of the AU and demonstrate the ability to interact with individuals from various cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
PURPOSE:
The program aims to expose participants to the workings of the AU at an early stage of their professional career and strengthen their personal and professional skills. It provides an avenue for participants to gain hands-on experience in various applicable fields, while learning in an intercultural environment.
The AU will further gain support from participants who possess adequate knowledge and skills in relevant areas and serve as a potential grooming ground for future African Leaders.
Actively enrolled in at least the final year of a Bachelorโs degree program OR
โขย ย ย Must have obtained a Bachelorโs degree or an advanced/ post graduate (Masters) qualification in a related academic field;
โขย ย ย Be nationals of a Member State of the African Union.
โขย ย ย Be full time students currently enrolled in the final year of their Bachelors or graduate school program.
โขย ย ย Be fluent in at least one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French or Portuguese).
โขย ย ย Be no more than thirty-two (32) years of age at the time of selection.
โขย ย ย Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity.
โขย ย ย Have not been convicted of any serious criminal offence excluding minor traffic offences.
โขย ย ย Prior work experience is not required for the internship positions.
Terms and Conditions
โขย ย ย The AU will have no financial obligation towards interns โ travel arrangements and cost of accommodation and living expenses will be the responsibility of the interns.
โขย ย ย AU will use reasonable efforts to assist the interns in obtaining their entry and residence visas.
โขย ย ย Interns will not be entitled to any compensation for travel.
โขย ย ย The internship will be authorized only once for three (3) month renewable one time for any candidate
โขย ย ย Interns are not entitled to medical travel or medical evacuation to and from the internship location at the expenses of the Commission. Interns shall therefore have an individual insurance coverage throughout the duration of the internship.
Required Skills
โขย ย ย Proficient computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Power Point)
โขย ย ย Proficiency with e-mail and internet applications,
โขย ย ย Good interpersonal skills
โขย ย ย Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
โขย ย ย Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish, Kiswahili) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage
Core Competencies
โขย ย ย Ability to communicate clearly
โขย ย ย Ability to write clearly and concisely
โขย ย ย Be committed to work
โขย ย ย Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment
โขย ย ย Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity
Applications
Application for admission to the AU Internship Program are submitted online.
If you are a first-time user of our online registration system, you will need to register before you can log in. You are advised to provide as much relevant information as possible.
Applicants must submit the following supporting documents with their online application:
โขย ย ย A motivation letter indicating what they expect to gain out of the internship program
โขย ย ย A copy of valid passport or national identity card
โขย ย ย Certified copies of relevant academic certificates
โขย ย ย Current curriculum vitae (CV)
โขย ย ย Recommendation letter for internship from the institution of learning that they are attending
โขย ย ย Upon successful submission of their application, applicants will receive an email confirmation that their application has been successfully received.
For More Information:
Apply Here
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