FAO Internship Programme
Who can apply
- Enrolled undergraduate, graduate or postgraduate students, or recent graduates (within about two years).
- Age 21 to 30 at the start of the internship.
- A national of an FAO member country (Pakistan is a member), with a university listed in the World Higher Education Database.
- Working knowledge of at least one FAO language, most commonly English.
What you will do
- Support FAO projects in line with your academic background, under a Terms of Reference.
- Contribute to work on food security, sustainable agriculture and the UN SDGs.
- Work under the supervision of FAO professionals in a multicultural team.
Perks and benefits
- Monthly stipend (if not externally sponsored) and medical coverage.
- Hands-on experience inside the United Nations system.
- Mentorship from FAO experts.
- A strong professional network for an international career.
How to apply
- Create or update your profile on the FAO careers portal.
- Apply to the Call for Expression of Interest for the Internship Programme.
- Upload a motivation letter and evidence of university attendance.
- Hiring departments select candidates from the pool; re-apply to new calls if not selected.
Frequently asked questions
Is FAO Internship Programme paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Paid (a monthly stipend of up to US$700, paid in local currency, if you are not otherwise sponsored; medical coverage for service-incurred issues) Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does FAO Internship Programme last? +
The listed duration is 3 to 11 months.
When is the application deadline? +
This listing has a rolling calls for expression of interest (for example, around 26 august 2026) deadline, meaning applications are reviewed as they arrive rather than by a fixed date. Check the official page for any cycle-specific cutoffs.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Enrolled undergraduate, graduate or postgraduate students, or recent graduates (within about two years); Age 21 to 30 at the start of the internship; A national of an FAO member country (Pakistan is a member), with a university listed in the World Higher Education Database; Work… See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
