The African Union Internship Program 2025 is now open for applications, offering a full-time paid internship opportunity for young Africans seeking practical experience in continental development, diplomacy, and policy work. Designed for final-year students, recent graduates, and early professionals, the program provides hands-on exposure to AU structures while grooming the next generation of African leaders. The initiative aims to strengthen leadership capacity, build professional skills, and create room for collaboration among participants from all AU member states in a multicultural work environment.
The internship runs across various AU departments, including Policy & Peacebuilding, Education & Innovation, Health and Social Development, Agriculture, Blue Economy, Infrastructure, Trade, Legal Affairs, Partnerships, Information and Communication, among others. Placement depends on the organizational needs of the AU and the applicant’s academic background.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
• Be in their final year of a Bachelor’s program or hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s or postgraduate qualification.
• Be a citizen of an African Union Member State.
• Be 32 years or younger at the time of application.
• Be fluent in at least one AU working language, including English, French, Arabic, or Portuguese.
• Present proof of good conduct with no serious criminal record.
• Show interest in the AU’s mission and ability to work respectfully in a multicultural environment.
• No previous work experience is required.
Documents Required
• Motivation letter stating the purpose of the application and expected benefits.
• National ID or Passport copy.
• Certified academic certificates or enrollment letter.
• Updated CV using the AU CV template.
• A recommendation letter from an institution of learning.
Benefits
• Professional experience working within AU directorates and continental programs.
• Access to leadership development and policy training.
• Opportunity to network with AU senior officials and young professionals across Africa.
• Exposure to multicultural and Pan-African work culture.
• A chance to build a career pathway in African governance and development.
Note: Travel, accommodation, visa and personal expenses are self-funded by the intern.
Method of Application
- Interested and qualified applicants should visit the African Union Internship Portal to register, download the CV template and upload the necessary documents before submission.
- A successful submission will be followed by an email confirmation.
Deadline for Application: December 31, 2025
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