The UNESCO-IOC invites applications for their Ocean Training Internships for 2024 cohort. This programme aim to provide opportunities for hands-on learning and upskilling through a temporary assignment at host institutions with expertise on subject areas relevant to the IOC mandate. 

For 2024 cohort, six (6) host institutions offer placements to interns providing their expertise in priority areas. Please refer to Annex I of the Application Guidelines for more information about each institution. The three-month internship begins from September – November 2024.

Who can apply?

Internship applicants must:

- be at the early stages of career development;
- be citizens from IOC Member States included in the DAC List of ODA (refer to list below);
- be employed by government institutions; 

- work on activities contributing to implementation of work plans adopted by IOC Regional Sub-Commissions.

How to apply?

Internship applicants should complete the application form online here. 

It is also a requirement to attach a recommendation letter from your supervisor at your employing institution.

DEADLINE for applications is on 23 June 2024 

NEW DEADLINE: 7 JULY 2024, 23:59 (Central European Time)!!!

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:

2024 OCEANTRAINING INTERSHIPS APPLICATION GUIDELINES

OCEANTRAINING INTERNSHIPS APPLICATION TEMPLATE

OECD DAC LIST OF ODA RECIPIENTS 2024