United Arab EmiratesPeriodic IntakeRenewable energy, policy, partnerships, communicationsIRENA Paid Internship Programme in Abu Dhabi
About the program
A paid hands-on internship at the Abu Dhabi headquarters of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the intergovernmental organisation with 170 members. It is open to postgraduate or final-year undergraduate students, and to recent graduates if the internship starts within six months of graduation, and usually lasts two to six months. Interns receive a monthly stipend to cover living and accommodation costs, and a round-trip ticket if they live beyond commuting distance. In a 2025 vacancy the stipend was US$1,200 a month plus an accommodation allowance of AED 150 a day; internships may be unpaid if the intern is sponsored by a government or university. Internships in specific divisions are posted on the jobs page at different times, and applications go through IRENA's recruitment platform with a CV and a letter of interest; women and nationals of least developed countries are encouraged to apply.
Funding Types & Benefits
Eligibility Criteria
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Yes, trainees receive a regular monthly salary of مكافأة شهرية (1,200 دولار + بدل سكن 150 درهماً يومياً في إعلان 2025) throughout the entire program duration (6 months), often increasing incrementally each training year.
The required language proficiency is: Excellent English; Spanish, French or Portuguese an asset. A certified test certificate is generally required for the visa application and contract signing.
The required educational qualification is: Postgraduate or final-year undergraduate student, or recent graduate (within 6 months). High school or university diplomas must be officially translated and certified.
Health insurance coverage details are agreed upon in the employment contract. In addition, supported company housing or an accommodation stipend is offered.
Applications are submitted directly online through the verified official portal (https://irena.org/employment) without any agency fees.