African Union AfCFTA Communication & Digital Internship 2026 in Ghana

The AfCFTA Secretariat offers a six-month internship in Ghana for students interested in communication, digital communication, and related digital fields.

What it offers

• A six-month internship, renewable once for another six months
• No financial compensation, travel, accommodation, or living expenses covered by the Secretariat

Who can apply

• Nationals of an African Union Member State residing in Ghana
• Final-year students enrolled full-time in a recognized public or private higher education institution
• Must be studying interpretation and/or translation
• Must commit to a minimum of three months
• Proficiency in one AU working language (English, French, Portuguese, Arabic, Kiswahili, Spanish) and fluency in another is an advantage
• Must have strong quantitative, IT, and Microsoft Office skills
• Must be willing and able to work in a multicultural and international team
• Must commit to upholding the rules and values of the AfCFTA Secretariat
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply

What you'll do

• Assist in translating working documents between English and French
• Assist in interpreting during meetings and discussions

How to apply

• Submit an online application
• First-time users must register before logging in
• Provide as much relevant information as possible
• Include:
  • A motivation letter addressed to the Administration and Human Resources Directorate outlining expected gains from the internship
  • A copy of a valid passport or identity card
  • A current CV using the African Union CV template (mandatory)
• Applications close August 07th, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. UTC

Good to know

• The selection process includes pre-screening, interviews and/or written tests, and an offer letter for selected candidates
• Verifiable references may be required
• Interns are not entitled to compensation for travel or living expenses