Paid internships and placements
Paid internships, research placements and early-career programmes with funding attached.
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Rotary Peace Fellowship 2027
The Rotary Peace Fellowship trains future leaders in peacebuilding and conflict resolution. Every year, Rotary awards fellowships to dedicated professionals committed to advancing peace and development globally
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Accommodation
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: May 15, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Zeitz MOCAA Museum Fellowship Programme 2027
The Zeitz MOCAA & UWC Museum Fellowship Programme 2027 is a prestigious year-long, fully funded fellowship jointly offered by the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) and the University of the Western Cape (UWC). The program is designed to cultivate the next generation of museum professionals, curators, and researchers across Africa.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Mentorship
- Travel
- +3
Deadline: Jun 30, 2026
- ClosedAcademia₦350,000
Femi Bewaji Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship 2026
The Femi Bewaji Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship supports academically outstanding Nigerian undergraduates from low-income households enrolled in public universities. The scholarship covers tuition support for two academic sessions and includes access to internship opportunities through the Fembol Group.
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Internship
Deadline: Aug 7, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Misk Art Institute Curatorial Internship
The Misk Art Institute Curatorial Internship 2026 is a fully funded 10-week professional training program organized by the Misk Art Institute in partnership with the MAXXI Museum Curatorial Office in Rome, Italy. The program immerses participants in the research, interpretation, and development of exhibitions and curatorial projects within one of Europe's leading contemporary art and architecture institutions. Interns work alongside professional curators and contribute to active exhibitions, strengthening their skills in curatorial writing, critical thinking, archival research, and exhibition development
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Flights
- Mentorship
- +3
Deadline: Aug 15, 2026
- ClosedAcademiaAmount varies
Africa-focused tech & AI grants and accelerator calls highlighted on Edfrica (e.g., Google/AI and startup funds for 2026)
DP World (AAVA Brands) 2026 Graduate Trainee Programme designed for ambitious young Nigerian graduates, this 12-month immersive development program equips emerging leaders with the skills, hands-on experience, and industry exposure needed to drive innovation and career growth.
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Mentorship
- Internship
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedAcademiaAmount varies
KAS-SAIIA Scholarships 2027
The KAS-SAIIA Scholarship is a fully funded Master's scholarship and research internship for outstanding young South Africans interested in international relations, governance, economics, law, development studies, political science, journalism, and related social science disciplines. Successful applicants pursue a Master's degree at a partner university while undertaking a paid research internship at SAIIA's Johannesburg or Cape Town office.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Training
- Tuition
- +3
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
European Commission Blue Book Traineeship 2027
The European Commission Blue Book Traineeship is a five-month paid traineeship offering practical experience inside the European Commission and its agencies. Trainees work in areas such as EU policymaking, public administration, communication, economics, law, technology, international relations and other policy fields. For the March 2027 session, applicants who pass the eligibility and pre-selection stages enter the Virtual Blue Book, where they can apply for specific positions offered by Commission departments and agencies.
Other Benefits:
- Living Expenses
- Travel
- Accommodation
Deadline: Sep 4, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Earth Journalism Network: Virtual Media Workshop on Mining, Environment & Human Rights Reporting in Africa 2026
This virtual workshop is designed for African journalists and media practitioners reporting on the intersection of mining, environmental issues and human rights. Participants receive training and practical guidance on investigative and evidence-based environmental reporting.
Other Benefits:
- Training
- Mentorship
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 6, 2026
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Presidential Digital Talent Programme 2026: Cohort XI
The Presidential Digital Talent Programme develops young African digital professionals through intensive technical training, professional development and practical exposure. It is particularly suitable for applicants building careers in software, data, digital products and emerging technology.
Other Benefits:
- Training
- Technical Support
- Mentorship
Deadline: Sep 7, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
CyberSafe x SANS AI Security Fellowship 2026
The CyberSafe x SANS AI Security Fellowship is a fully funded, nine-month advanced training and certification programme designed for experienced African women in cybersecurity who want to specialise in securing AI systems and applications. The programme provides SANS OnDemand training, hands-on labs, mentorship and preparation for two GIAC certifications.
Other Benefits:
- Training
- Mentorship
Deadline: Sep 10, 2026
- ClosedAcademia£33,590 - £44,500
Defra Research and Development Fellowship Programme 2026/27
The Defra Research and Development (R&D) Fellowship Programme provides scientists and analysts with the opportunity to work at the intersection of research, evidence and government policy. Fellows join Defra for a short-term placement of 6–12 months, working on research and policy challenges across areas including environmental science, agriculture, food, climate, biodiversity and analytical policy. Approximately 65 fellowships are available for the 2027–28 cohort.
Other Benefits:
- Fellowship
- Research Support
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 14, 2026
- ClosedBuilder€1,538.16
Traineeships at the General Secretariat of the Council of the European Union 2027
The Council of the European Union offers five-month paid traineeships in Brussels for graduates who want practical experience in EU policymaking and administration. Around 110 traineeship positions are available each year, covering areas such as policy, law, administration, communications, translation and IT. Trainees work alongside Council officials and advisers, contribute to the institution's daily activities and gain first-hand experience of how EU policies and decisions are developed.
Other Benefits:
- Training
- Meals
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: Sep 15, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
MITACS Globalink Research Internship 2027
The Mitacs Globalink Research Internship is a competitive 12-week research internship in Canada for eligible international undergraduate students. Selected students work on research projects supervised by professors at Canadian universities. Projects span STEM as well as humanities and social sciences, making this broader than a purely technology-focused internship.
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Accommodation
- Stipend
- +3
Deadline: Sep 16, 2026
- ClosedBuilder$9,000 stipend
Stigler Center Journalists in Residence Program 2027: USA
The Stigler Center Journalists in Residence (JIR) Program is a professional development fellowship for experienced journalists interested in strengthening their understanding of business, economics, political economy and public policy. Fellows spend approximately 12 weeks at Chicago Booth, where they audit three courses, attend Stigler Center seminars and workshops, and interact with leading academics and fellow journalists from around the world.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 20, 2026
- ClosedBuilder₦447,000
Enioluwa Tech Scholarship for Nigerians 2026
The Enioluwa Tech Scholarship provides Nigerians with fully sponsored training in in-demand technology and digital skills through TS Academy. The scholarship covers tuition valued at up to ₦447,000 and also provides mentorship, career development, internship and job-placement support. The programme is designed to accommodate beginners, so applicants do not necessarily need previous experience in technology.
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Training
- Mentorship
- +1
Deadline: Sep 28, 2026
- ClosedBuilder€2,049.77
European Medicines Agency (EMA) Traineeship Programme 2027: Netherlands
The European Medicines Agency Traineeship Programme offers recent graduates and eligible students the opportunity to gain practical experience working at the EU agency responsible for the scientific evaluation, supervision and safety monitoring of medicines. The current intake begins 1 March 2027 and lasts 10 months, with traineeships available across areas including medicine regulation, life sciences, healthcare, pharmaceutical law, IT, finance, communications and public relations.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Mentorship
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedBuilder$111,900 - $207,900
World Bank Young Professionals Program (YPP) 2027
The World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP) is a highly competitive two-year entry-level professional programme for talented young professionals interested in international development. Participants begin with an intensive development programme and then work in professional assignments across the World Bank Group. The programme is designed to build a long-term career within the World Bank Group.
Other Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Relocation Assistance
- Training
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedAcademia¥3,000 - ¥11,600
RIKEN IMS Internship Program 2026
The RIKEN IMS Internship Program gives talented international students and early-career postdoctoral researchers the opportunity to conduct research for 1–3 months in an IMS laboratory in Japan. The programme focuses on integrative medical sciences, including genomics, immunology, physiology, bioinformatics, molecular and biochemical sciences, and quantitative sciences. Around 8 interns are selected
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Travel
- Internship
- +1
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program (Africa)
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a fully funded, non-degree leadership and professional development programme for accomplished mid-career professionals. Fellows spend approximately one academic year at a U.S. university, combining academic coursework with professional experiences in their field. The programme is designed for leaders committed to public service and creating positive change in their home countries
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Airfare
- Health Insurance
- +3
Deadline: Oct 1, 2026
- ClosedAcademia$60,000
Harvard Law School Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship 2027-2028: USA
The Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship is a one-year academic fellowship for a recent law graduate who has demonstrated a strong interest in legal scholarship and is preparing for a career in law teaching. The selected fellow will conduct research and prepare at least one major article for publication, while also having opportunities to audit courses and attend workshops at Harvard Law School.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
Deadline: Oct 1, 2026
- 2w leftAcademia¥2,400
OIST Research Internship Spring 2027: Japan
The OIST Research Internship is a competitive research opportunity for international students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in a research laboratory under the supervision of OIST faculty. The Spring 2027 internship will take place between 1 April and 30 September 2027, with individual placements lasting 4–6 months.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Accommodation
- Airfare
- +1
Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
- 2w leftAcademiaAmount varies
Morgan Stanley Investment Banking Internship 2027
The Morgan Stanley Investment Banking Internship is a professional internship for students interested in investment banking and capital markets. Interns work alongside banking professionals and gain exposure to activities such as financial analysis, valuation, mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and preparing materials for corporate and institutional clients. Morgan Stanley describes its Investment Banking & Capital Markets business as providing advisory and capital-raising services to corporations, institutions and governments.
Other Benefits:
- Internship
- Training
- Networking
Deadline: Oct 18, 2026
- 4w leftAcademia€20,000 - €40,000
IAEA Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme 2026/27
The IAEA Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme (MSCFP) supports women pursuing Master's degrees in nuclear-related fields. The programme aims to increase women's participation in nuclear science and technology and develop the next generation of women leaders in the nuclear field. Selected fellows may also receive an opportunity to undertake a paid internship facilitated by the IAEA.
Other Benefits:
- Living Expenses
- Tuition
- Internship
Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
- 4w leftAcademia$12,000
University of Miami Stamps Scholarship
The University of Miami Stamps Scholarship is the University's most prestigious merit-based undergraduate scholarship. It is awarded to exceptional first-year domestic and international students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership, perseverance, and community engagement. Finalists are invited to participate in an interview as part of the selection process.
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Accommodation
- Books
- +3
Deadline: Nov 1, 2026
- 4w leftAcademiaCHF 1,577
CERN Short Term Internship 2026: Switzerland
The CERN Short-Term Internship Programme offers undergraduate students the opportunity to gain practical experience working with CERN teams in science, engineering, technical and administrative fields. Internships are normally for 2 months, with possibilities of extending up to 6 months.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Internship
Deadline: Nov 1, 2026
- 4w leftAcademiaAmount varies
HENNGE’s Global Internship Program 2026
HENNGE's Global Internship Program is an on-site software engineering internship in Tokyo, Japan, designed for students, recent graduates and early-career engineers. The programme lasts approximately 4–6 weeks and provides hands-on training in software development, cloud technologies, DevOps and modern web development under the guidance of experienced HENNGE engineers. The programme has Full-Stack and Front-End pathways and is conducted in English; Japanese is not required. HENNGE also describes the programme as part of its hiring process, meaning outstanding interns may have opportunities to transition into full-time employment
Other Benefits:
- Airfare
- Health Insurance
- Visa
- +2
Deadline: Nov 1, 2026
- 7w leftAcademia$100,000
Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship 2027
The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship is a 12-month professional fellowship designed for emerging African leaders. In 2027, three Fellows will be placed in the executive offices of the African Development Bank (AfDB) in Abidjan, UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa, or International Trade Centre (ITC) in Geneva. Fellows gain hands-on experience in research, policy and institutional leadership while receiving mentorship from senior leaders at their host organisations.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Fellowship
- Mentorship
- +1
Deadline: Nov 20, 2026
- 8w leftAcademiaAmount varies
Google Student Researcher Internship 2026
The Google Student Researcher Program offers paid research placements for students working with Google's research, science and engineering teams, including Google Research, Google DeepMind and Google Cloud. Projects cover areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, data science and other technical research areas.
Other Benefits:
- Internship
- Research Support
Deadline: Nov 27, 2026
- 8w leftAcademiaNT$24,000 - NT$48,000
ITRI Taiwan Summer Internship 2026
The ITRI Summer Internship is generally associated with research and technology-development opportunities at Taiwan's Industrial Technology Research Institute, one of Taiwan's major applied R&D institutions. ITRI works across areas including semiconductors, AI, information and communications technology, materials, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, energy and sustainability
Other Benefits:
- Internship
- Research Support
Deadline: Nov 30, 2026
- 8w leftAcademiaAmount varies
Goldman Sachs Internship 2026
The Goldman Sachs Internship Programme provides students with practical experience in the financial services industry. Interns work alongside Goldman Sachs professionals and contribute to real projects and responsibilities, while receiving training, mentorship and exposure to the firm's businesses. Available internship programmes vary by region and can include investment banking, asset management, engineering, sales and trading, operations, wealth management and other areas
Other Benefits:
- Internship
- Mentorship
- Networking
Deadline: Dec 1, 2026
- 9w leftAcademia$30,000 - $46,000
SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program 2027
The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program provides full tuition support, an annual stipend, internships and guaranteed civilian employment with the U.S. Department of Defense after graduation. It is available to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing approved STEM disciplines at accredited U.S. universities.
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Books
- Health Insurance
- +3
Deadline: Dec 4, 2026
- 13w leftAcademiaAmount varies
UNFPA Global Internship Roster 2026
The UNFPA Global Internship Roster is a pool of internship opportunities for students and recent graduates who want practical experience with the United Nations Population Fund. Interns can work across different UNFPA offices and functions, gaining experience in areas connected to development, population issues, gender equality, reproductive health, communications, policy, programme management, research and administration.
Other Benefits:
- Internship
- Mentorship
- Networking
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 13w leftAcademiaAmount varies
University of California, Berkeley Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2026/2027
The University of California, Berkeley Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is a fully funded Master's scholarship that supports academically talented young leaders from Africa who have demonstrated leadership potential and faced significant barriers to higher education. The programme combines graduate education with leadership training, entrepreneurship, mentorship, and professional development. Scholars are expected to return to Africa after completing their studies to contribute to sustainable development and social transformation
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Tuition
- Stipend
- +6
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 13w leftAcademia€1,000
OECD Internship Programme 2026-27
The OECD Internship Programme offers students the opportunity to work alongside policy experts, economists, researchers and other specialists at the OECD. Interns support ongoing policy and research work across areas such as economics, education, climate change, artificial intelligence, employment, governance, finance and international development. Most internships are based at the OECD headquarters in Paris, France, although some positions may be hybrid or remote.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 13w leftAcademiaAmount varies
ESO Science Communication Internship 2026
The ESO Science Communication Internship is a six-month paid internship in Garching, Germany, for students or recent graduates interested in communicating astronomy and science to public audiences. Interns work within ESO's communications environment and gain practical experience translating complex scientific discoveries into engaging content. ESO is an international astronomical research organisation operating major observatories in Chile
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Internship
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 32w leftAcademia£86,250
Cambridge University MBA Scholarship 2027
The Boustany Foundation Cambridge MBA Scholarship is a highly competitive scholarship awarded once every two years to one exceptional candidate admitted to the one-year MBA programme at Cambridge Judge Business School. It provides substantial tuition support and requires the successful scholar to complete a two-month unpaid internship with the Boustany Foundation in Monaco
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Travel
- Accommodation
- +1
Deadline: May 15, 2027
- 34w leftAcademiaAmount varies
Harvard University MBA Scholarship (Boustany Foundation) 2027
The Boustany Foundation Harvard MBA Scholarship is awarded once every two years to support one outstanding candidate admitted to the Harvard Business School MBA programme. The scholarship covers 75% of tuition fees and includes travel and accommodation expenses for a compulsory two-month internship at the Boustany Foundation in Monaco. The next scholarship will be awarded for the Autumn 2027 MBA intake.
Other Benefits:
- Internship
- Accommodation
- Networking
- +1
Deadline: May 31, 2027
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