Location: Addis Ababa Job Grade: Internship Required Number: 50 AU Organ: The African Union Commission Req Id: 1506
Overview: The African Union (AU) seeks to promote unity, solidarity, cohesion, and cooperation among African states. This internship program provides an opportunity for individuals from diverse academic backgrounds to gain professional exposure within the AU, enhance their skills, and support AU’s mission.
Focus Areas: Interns will provide administrative and technical support across various departments, including:
Cabinet of the Chairperson
Cabinet of the Deputy Chairperson
Office of the Director General
Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (ARBE)
Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI)
Infrastructure and Energy (IE)
Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS)
Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development (HHS)
Human Resources Management (HRM)
Operations Support Services
Management Information Systems Division
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Conference Management and Publications (CMP)
Office for Safety and Security Services
Citizens and Diaspora (CIDO)
Medical and Health Services
Financial Control Unit
Office of Strategic Planning and Delivery
Office of Internal Oversight (OIO)
Quality Assurance and Control
Ethics, Integrity and Standards
Office of the Secretary to the Commission
Office of the Legal Counsel (OLC)
Office of Protocol
Partnership and Resource Mobilization
Women, Gender and Youth (WGY)
Information and Communication
Peace Fund Secretariat
New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)
Eligibility Requirements:
Enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree program or have obtained a Bachelor’s or advanced degree.
Nationals of an AU Member State.
Full-time students currently enrolled in the final year of their Bachelor’s or graduate program.
Fluent in at least one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese).
No more than 32 years old at the time of selection.
Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity.
No prior work experience required.
Terms and Conditions:
The AU has no financial obligation towards interns; travel, accommodation, and living expenses are the intern’s responsibility.
AU will assist interns in obtaining entry and residence visas.
Internship authorized only once for three months, renewable once.
Interns must have individual insurance coverage throughout the internship duration.
Required Skills:
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Proficiency with email and internet applications.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency in one AU official working language; fluency in additional languages is an advantage.
Core Competencies:
Clear communication.
Concise writing.
Commitment to work.
Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment.
Highest standard of moral conduct and integrity.
Application Instructions:
Applications must be submitted online.
First-time users must register on the AU online registration system.
Submit supporting documents:
Motivation letter
Valid passport or national identity card
Certified copies of academic certificates
Current CV
Recommendation letter from the institution of learning
Applicants must use the AU CV template, available at the application link. Apply Online Link:AU Internship Program Application Deadline: October 31, 2024