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Become an OECD Intern

The OECD Internship Programme is designed to bring highly qualified and motivated students with diverse backgrounds into the Organisation to work on projects linked to the Strategic Orientations of the Secretary-General and to support the corporate functions of the Organisation. The Programme's main goal is to give successful candidates the opportunity to improve their analytical and technical skills in an international environment.

The Internship Programme is open for applications on an on-going basis. Students enrolled at a fully accredited degree programme (Bachelor, Master, PhD) during the entire duration of their internship can apply online anytime throughout the year. We offer flexible working arrangements and selected interns can conduct internships in person, in hybrid format, or fully remotely, depending on the needs of their teams.

Who can apply?

 

Try our interactive eligibility tester to quickly verify if you are eligible for an internship at the OECD.

Internships are open for students who:

  • Are enrolled in a full-time degree programme* for the duration of the internship in a field or discipline related to the work of the OECD;
  • Are available for a minimum internship duration of one month;
  • Have an excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn the other. Knowledge of other languages used at the OECD may be an advantage;
  • Possess solid quantitative and IT skills;
  • Demonstrate excellent drafting and communication skills;
  • Are capable of working in a multicultural and international team environment.

The majority of internships are based in Paris, France. Internships are primarily allocated to OECD member country nationals, while also open to non-OECD Member country nationals for specific programmes and projects across OECD affiliated bodies and agencies (e.g. International Energy Agency, Nuclear Energy Agency, Financial Action Task Force or International Transport Forum).

* Online courses and programmes that do not require physical attendance or other forms of academic programmes that do not award student with a degree (Bachelor, Master of PhD) will not be recognised as accredited programmes.

 

- Note to applicants


Due to the high volume of applications received, the OECD Internship Office cannot provide individual feedback. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Directorate hiring teams for an interview. If you are not contacted by Directorate hiring teams within six months following your application’s submission, you can assume your application has not been retained on this occasion and you can apply again. Please remember you will still need to be enrolled as a student during the internship period.

What would you do?

Successful candidates will carry out research and provide support to Policy Analysts in one of the following areas (please note that the list is non-exhaustive):

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Bribery and corruption
  • Climate
  • Competition
  • Corporate Governance
  • Development
  • Digitalisation
  • Economy
  • Education and Skills
  • Employment
  • Energy
  • Environment
  • Finance
  • Gender and Diversity
  • Health Growth
  • Industry, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Insurance and Pensions
  • International Migration
  • Investment
  • Public Governance
  • Regional Development
  • Regulatory Reform
  • Science and Technology
  • Statistics
  • Tax
  • Tourism
  • Trade and Agriculture
  • Transport

The OECD also recruits interns for corporate functions, who can be involved in the following areas:

    • Audit
    • Communications, Media & Public Relations
    • Event Management
    • Finance, Budget and Accounting
    • Information Technology
    • Legal services
    • Office Administration
    • Human Resources
    • Translation

For more information on OECD departments and bodies, please visit this page.


What you might do:

    • Prepare studies and documents
    • Carry out research and reviews of existing materials
    • Collect, organise and analyse data
    • Support the production of documents, working papers and publications resulting from the above activities, including drafting notes and preparing technical annexes
    • Take part in meetings and seminars
    • Liaise and build networks with officials in national administrations, researchers, other international organisations and delegations from member country
    • Support the organisation of events, communication, planning and evaluation

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Selection process

The selection process consists of four main stages: 1. Online application and cover letter (Message to the Hiring Manager on the online application platform) -  2. Pre-screening: all applications are screened by the Internship Office and suitable candidates placed on a shortlist made available to OECD Directorates - 3. Interview and/or written test: hiring teams may invite candidates to complete an interview and/or written test - 4. Internship agreement: selected candidates receive an internship offer and will be asked to sign an internship agreement

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Internship duration

The duration of the internship is for a period between one and six months (renewable up to a total of twelve months), on a full-time basis (40 hours per week). In exceptional circumstances, part-time internships (minimum 20 hours per week) can be organised. The OECD encourages potential interns to pursue an internship of at least four months to make the best of their internship experience.

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Monthly living allowances

The OECD grants a contribution to living expenses of 1,000 euros per full month worked to interns located in Paris.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have any additional questions about internships? Find answers in the Frequently Asked Questions.

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In case of additional questions about internships, you can contact the Internship Office.

How to apply?

Interns are recruited on an on-going basis. We accept applications throughout the year. Interested students can apply anytime via our online application platform.
 
Internship start dates will be based on interns' availability and the OECD's hiring teams' needs. Therefore, do not forget to specify your availability in your application.

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