Paid Internship at IFAD for Students & Graduates 2026

Posted 17 days ago

for9aItaly (NY)

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse International Affairs

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Paid Internship at IFAD for Students & Graduates 2026 By: Last update: 4/13/2026 Job location Italy Opportunity description The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), a specialized United Nations agency, offers a valuable internship opportunity for students and new graduates across various fields. The IFAD Internship Programme 2026 provides practical experience within the global landscape of development issues and policies. Program Details*

Duration: Six months, with an option for a further six-month extension.*

Location: Italy.* Fields Covered: Rural development, agriculture and food systems, climate and sustainability, policy, and international cooperation. Available Fields / Departments* Economics and Development Studies.* Agriculture and Environmental Science.* International Relations and Policy.

Duties & responsibilities: * Monthly stipend.* Additional housing and travel allowance for candidates from developing countries.* Exposure to United Nations systems and global policymaking.* Networking opportunities with international experts.* Applicants must be 30 years old or younger.* Enrolled in a university or graduated within the last 24 months.* Completed at least 2 years of undergraduate studies.* Fluency in English, with knowledge of French, Spanish, or Arabic as an advantage.

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