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The OECD Internship Programme offers degree students practical experience supporting international policy projects and corporate services. Interns work with analysts and specialists while developing research, analytical and technical skills.
Organization: OECD
Location: Primarily Paris, France; in-person, hybrid or remote arrangements depend on the team
Deadline: 31 December 2026 for vacancy REF2793W; applications are assessed on a rolling basis
Duration: One to six months, renewable up to twelve months in total
Work areas
Policy assignments span agriculture/fisheries, AI, anti-corruption, competition, corporate governance, development and effectiveness, digitalisation, economics, education, employment, energy, environment, ethics, finance, gender/diversity, global relations, health, industry/innovation, insurance/pensions, migration, monitoring/evaluation, investment, nuclear energy, public governance, regional development, regulatory reform, science/technology, statistics, tax, tourism, trade and transport.
Corporate-function placements cover communications and media, events, finance/budget/accounting, human resources, IT, legal services, office administration and translation.
Responsibilities
- Research existing evidence and help prepare studies and documents.
- Collect, organize and analyse data.
- Draft notes, technical annexes and material for working papers and publications.
- Participate in meetings and seminars.
- Coordinate with government officials, researchers, international organizations and delegations.
- Support events, communication, planning and evaluation.
Eligibility and skills
- Remain enrolled full-time in a relevant accredited degree for the entire internship. Bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral students can qualify.
- Online-only courses without physical attendance and non-degree programmes do not qualify under the programme’s accreditation rules.
- Have excellent English or French and knowledge of, or commitment to learn, the other language.
- Demonstrate quantitative, computer and Microsoft Office skills; strong writing; independent research; organization and teamwork.
- Show interest in international cooperation and the ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing methods. International study or work experience is an advantage.
Nationality and placement arrangements
Most placements go to OECD-member-country nationals. Nationals of non-member countries, including Nigerian applicants, can be considered for specific programmes and projects, including those of affiliated organizations. Eligibility therefore depends on the hiring programme.
Full-time work normally means 40 hours weekly. Exceptional part-time arrangements require at least 20 hours. A minimum of one month is required; the OECD encourages at least four months. Selection can take three months, so give clear availability and apply ahead of your intended start.
Allowance and leave
Paris-based interns receive €1,000 for each full month worked and 2.5 working days of leave per completed month. French public holidays are observed.
How to apply
Open the official vacancy and select I’m interested. Complete your profile, attach a résumé and answer screening questions. Put your motivation statement in Message to Hiring Manager, within 4,000 characters including spaces. Explain your interest, likely contribution and career goals.
Complete required fields and save entries under Education and Experience. Shortlisted applicants may undergo an interview or written test before receiving an agreement. If not contacted within six months, update and reapply.
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