The World Food Programme (WFP) is excited to announce its Internship Program for 2025, offering a unique opportunity for students and recent graduates to engage in meaningful work that addresses global hunger and food security.

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As an intern, you will collaborate with dedicated professionals, gain hands-on experience in various aspects of humanitarian assistance, and contribute to WFP’s mission of eradicating hunger worldwide. If you’re passionate about making a difference, apply now to join WFP in its vital work

Highlights of the Youth Leadership Programme Activities:

Foundational Onboarding & Orientation
A comprehensive introduction to the programme’s vision, values, expectations, and personal development roadmap, equipping youth with clarity, confidence, and a sense of belonging from the start.

Technical Capacity Building & Emotional Intelligence Mastery
Blending technical and personal effectiveness training with emotional intelligence, communication, and leadership development to cultivate well-rounded, self-aware future leaders.

Mentorship, High-Level Engagements & Policy Immersion
Direct mentorship by experienced professionals, exposure to thought leaders, and practical sessions in policy analysis, advocacy, and public speaking to build critical thinking and influence.

Multi-Sector Externships & Exposure Learning
Immersive learning placements across functional areas, government bodies, and private sector organizations to broaden professional horizons, foster innovation, and build cross-sectoral competencies.

Capstone Innovation Project
Youth-led projects addressing real-world challenges, applying acquired skills to design, implement, and present impactful solutions aligned to national and global development goals.

Programme Exit & Leadership Graduation
A reflective culmination of the journey, showcasing achievements, personal growth, and a formal transition into the alumni network, positioning participants as empowered agents of change.

Who Should Apply:

The applicant must be:

• Zimbabwean National aged between 18 – 30 years.
• A graduate of a tertiary institution
• Able to commit to the Programme duration fully (11 months), on-site at the WFP Zimbabwe Country Office, Harare.

• Proactive and possess strong interpersonal skills Fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Passionate about Leadership and Social Entrepreneurship which includes agribusiness, innovation, and artificial intelligence (AI).
• Demonstrate a desire to make a difference in their community.
• Demonstrate interest and dedication to development issues and passionate about contributing towards Zimbabwe’s aspirations on Vision 2030, Guided by the National Development Strategy 2.

• Demonstrate affiliation with youth organization/network, volunteer or work experience with an NGO, in areas of WFP’s mandate.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced.

Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

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