Overview

This prestigious international internship program offers science students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within one of the world’s leading international organisations dedicated to chemical disarmament, global security, and peaceful scientific advancement.

Eligibility

Applicants must be enrolled in a university degree programme in a scientific discipline and have completed at least one year of study; or
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or higher); or
Have graduated from a scientific discipline within one year before the internship begins.
Be citizens of an OPCW Member State.
Have strong interest in science and technology.
Possess fluency in English.

Applications from candidates with non-scientific backgrounds will not be considered. Although a background in chemical sciences is desirable, it is not mandatory.

Benefits

Interns will have the opportunity to strengthen practical skills such as communication, research, scientific analysis, problem-solving, graphic design, and policy writing while gaining insight into international organisations, science diplomacy, global governance, and chemical weapons disarmament.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply directly through the official OPCW careers portal. Applicants are required to select the vacancy, complete the OPCW Candidate Application Template, upload required documents, and complete the online application form.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted before the closing date indicated on the OPCW CandidateSpace portal. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early because submissions close at 22:00 Netherlands local time on the final day.