This Internship Programme role focuses on gaining work experience in a social democratic political foundation within a small, diverse team. The Intern will work with the FES team and partners on ongoing activities, research, event planning, documentation, and general administration. Day-to-day work covers project support and administrative tasks at the FES Office in Abuja, Nigeria.

• Job Location: Abuja, Nigeria
• Employment Type: Internship (3 months)
• Salary: Not stated

The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) is the oldest political foundation in Germany, established in 1925 and deeply rooted in the core values of social democracy. Named after Germany's first democratically elected president, the organization promotes democracy, political education, and international understanding across the globe. Through its extensive network of international offices, FES works to foster social justice, strengthen trade unions, and support peaceful dialogue in more than 100 countries.

• Work with the FES team and partners on ongoing activities
• Be involved in research activities
• Support event planning and documentation
• Provide general administration support

• A demonstrated interest in social issues and identification with the values of FES
• A Bachelor / Master Degree in Political Science or a related field (i.e. International Relations, Economics, Development Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, Law, etc.) or currently be enrolled in a programme
• Strong written and oral English language skills; the ability to communicate fluently in English is indispensable
• Commitment to the political ideas and values of Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung
• International applicants must cover their own travel, health insurance, housing, and visa costs

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit in English a one-page letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, and preferred period of internship to info.nigeria@fes.de, submitting at least four months ahead of the preferred internship.

Why This Job Might Be a Good Fit
This role suits a student or recent graduate in political science or a related field who wants hands-on experience in a political foundation rather than a corporate internship. Because the position covers research, event planning, and documentation, it builds practical skills in policy, civil society, and international cooperation that transfer across NGOs, foundations, and development organisations.

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