The WFP Internship Program 2022 is finally opened for application. Under the United Nations, the World Food Program (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency. Internships are available for undergraduates and graduates from all over the world. The World Food Program is always looking for talented, motivated and enthusiastic students around the world. An internship at WFP is a great opportunity to acquire practical work experience while contributing to the goal of reaching Zero Hunger.
The World Meals Program was awarded a Gold Normal Internship Host Badge by The College of Oxford for the assistance and the mission of the internship expertise it has supplied to its college students over the few years. The World Meals Program is always searching for gifted, motivated, and enthusiastic students from worldwide to train and equip with practical knowledge and independent skills in their various fields.
About WFP (World Food Program):
The World Food Program (WFP) is the food-assistance branch of the United Nations (UNO). It ranks as the world’s largest humanitarian organization focused on hunger and food security and the largest provider of school meals. Founded in 1961, its Head Quarter is situated in Rome and has branches in 80 countries. As at 2020, it served about 115.5 million people in over 80 countries, the largest that has ever occurred since 2012.
In addendum to emergency food relief, WFP provides technical assistance and development aid, such as building capacity for emergency preparedness and response, managing supply chains and logistics, promoting social safety programs, and strengthening resilience against climate change.
- Funding: Full Funding
- Level: All Levels
- Deadline: Open
- Duration: 2-8 months
- Country: Italy
- Host: WFP
- Nationality: International
Eligibility of WFP Internship:
To be eligible for the WFP Internship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria;
- Be enrolled in an identified institute or graduated in the last six months.
- Finished minimum 2 years of studies.
- Be motivated to accept challenges.
- Possess a basic knowledge of the English Language
- Proficiency in additional UN languages would be advised
- Open to learning and contribute to the development of the society.
- Driven to understand the humanitarian sector and operate for humanity.
Themes of WFP Internships:
- Climate action
- Disaster risk reduction
- Gender equality
- Nutrition
- Smallholder market support
- Social protection and safety nets
- Sustainable livelihoods and ecosystems
Fields of study:
- Agriculture
- Nutrition
- Civil Engineering
- Economics
- Law
- Social Sciences
- Business Administration
- Human Resources
- International affairs
How to Apply for WFP Internship:
- Students have to apply through the official website of WFP, check the application link later provided below.
- Register and begin your online registration
- Click on “find Internships here” on the WFP Internship page and follow the prompts. You will be shown all the available WFP Internships, so, it is left to you to apply for the one you most qualified for.
Benefits:
- A maximum stipend of a $1000/Month
- Journey Tickets Reimbursement will probably be given to the candidates of creating international locations.
- Topic information will probably be enhanced by way of performing the duties in a real-life setting.
- WFP’s internships usually last between the minimum of two months and maximum of eight months. WFP contributes to your internship with a stipend that is connected to the specific duty station.
- You will be responsible for organizing and paying for your travel and accommodation arrangements, however WFP will reimburse travel tickets for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country. It is your responsibility to organize a visa for your internship and cover related costs. WFP can support you with the required documents.
Document Required:
- Once you are selected for an internship with WFP, be prepared to provide your recent academic records such as proof of studentship or degree, as well as course transcripts.
- Before you start your internship with WFP, you will be asked for a proof of medical insurance or report.
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