CALL FOR INTERNSHIP - Institute for Peace and Security Studies

CALL FOR INTERNSHIP: Tana High-Level Forum 2026 Support

The Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS), Addis Ababa University, is inviting applications from motivated students and recent graduates to join the team as unpaid interns supporting the preparation and implementation of the Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for students and young professionals interested in peace and security, political affairs, international relations and social sciences to gain practical experience by contributing to the organisation of a major high-level international forum.

Eligible Fields of Study

Applications are particularly encouraged from students and recent graduates in:

Peace and Security Studies
Social Sciences
International Relations
Political Science
Development Studies
Governance and Public Administration
Related fields

Key Areas of Support

Selected interns will work closely with the Tana Forum team and various units within IPSS, providing support in the following areas:

Supporting event preparation, planning, and coordination;
Assisting different IPSS units with administrative, research, programme, and operational activities as required;
Providing administrative and logistical support before and during the Forum;
Supporting other activities and tasks necessary for the successful preparation and implementation of the Tana High-Level Forum.

Requirements

Applicants should:

Be currently enrolled in or have recently completed a relevant university programme;
Demonstrate a strong interest in African peace and security issues;
Have good communication and interpersonal skills;
Be responsible, organised, and able to work effectively as part of a team;
Have a good command of English. Knowledge of Amharic or other languages is an advantage;
Be available to support activities during the preparation period and throughout the Forum;
Eligibility: This internship opportunity is open only to Ethiopian applicants.
Be willing to undertake the internship on an unpaid basis.

What You Will Gain

Although the internship is unpaid, selected interns will gain valuable practical experience through:

Exposure to a high-level international peace and security forum;
Practical experience in event management and coordination;
Interaction with policymakers, diplomats, researchers, practitioners, and other stakeholders;
Experience in professional communication and stakeholder engagement;
An opportunity to develop skills in research, administration, logistics, and teamwork;
A better understanding of Africa’s peace and security landscape.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

CV
Brief motivation letter outlining their interest in the internship and the Tana High-Level Forum.

Applications should be sent to application@ipss-addis.org with the subject line:

“Application for Tana High-Level Forum 2026 Internship”

Application Deadline: 23 September 2026

Please note: This is an unpaid internship opportunity. Selected interns will be expected to commit to the agreed internship period and provide support as required before and during the Tana High-Level Forum.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.