OPEC Fund Internship Program 2024 | Apply Now

The OPEC Fund provides an Internship Program that allows students from various academic backgrounds to gain experience working with an international organization. Interns are assigned to various departments/units based on their interests, qualifications, and departmental needs.

The Internship Program allows you to focus on one or more of the following areas: public sector operations, private sector and trade finance operations, financial operations, risk management, strategic planning and economic services, internal audit, human resources, administration, communication, legal services, and information technology.

Details:

The OPEC Fund for International Development Internship Program runs for between three and six months and is designed to:

• Provide a framework to support students assigned to any OPEC Fund department so that the focus remains on enriching the student’s experience;
• Provide an immersive experience so that students gain practical experience of working for an international organization; and
• Provide the opportunity for students to understand the OPEC Fund’s vision, mission and related values.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be considered for the OPEC Fund Internship Program, applicants must be:

• Applicants must be between 19 to 25 years of age and enrolled in an undergraduate program (having completed at least two years) or graduate program.
• Alternatively, applicants may be recent graduates, having graduated a maximum of one year before the application deadline.
• Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of Arabic, French, German or Spanish is an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Keenly interested in the work of the OPEC Fund.
• Ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Ability to demonstrate the OPEC Fund’s core values (Integrity, Empowerment, Excellence, Innovation, Community).

Benefits:

• Conducting research;
• Writing documents;
• Organizing information; and
• Assisting employees with their day-to-day work.

Required Documents:

To apply for the OPEC Fund internship program, the following documents must be submitted:

• An Online Application Form;
• A Curriculum Vitae (CV);
• A copy of their university diploma or equivalent, or an original letter of confirmation from a university/school certifying the applicant is / was an undergraduate student;
• A copy of their most recent university transcripts, showing the cumulative GPA or equivalent; and
• A short statement in English (about 150-250 words) outlining their motivation for applying.

How to Apply:

Due to a large volume of applications, the OPEC Fund will only enter into further correspondence with shortlisted candidates. Please keep in mind:

• All applications must be in English;
• Please upload the statement and transcripts under the ‘Additional documents’ section of the application form; and
• Please answer all the questions on the application form.

Apply here

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Deadline: 31st March, 2024