The Nordic Africa Institute is currently accepting applications for its 2025 internship. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
About The Nordic Africa Institute Internship
Opportunity Details
Research interns at NAI gain experience in an interdisciplinary environment, with opportunities to develop subject knowledge and learn how to work within a research institution.
The research area on Development Economics at NAI investigates how economic structures, policies, and external dynamics influence inclusive growth, poverty reduction, and structural transformation in African countries. It explores the links between economic performance, social welfare, and governance, as well as the evolving role of Africa in the global economy.
Benefits of The Nordic Africa Institute Internship
- Hands-on experience in a leading research institute focused on African development
- Mentorship from senior researchers and exposure to cutting-edge policy debates
- Opportunities to publish and present your work
- Networking with academics, policymakers, and practitioners from Africa and the Nordic countries
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in applied development research and contribute to policy-relevant knowledge production in an international research environment.
The Nordic Africa Institute Internship Requirements
They are seeking motivated candidates with a strong academic background and a passion for development issues. The ideal candidate will have:
- Candidates must be enrolled in, or have recently completed, a Master’s programme in economics, development studies, political economy, environmental sciences, or other related fields.
- Candidates must reside in Sweden and be based near Uppsala, as the internship requires on-site presence and the short duration does not allow for visa sponsorship.
- Familiarity with development economics concepts and debates, particularly in the African context
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills, and ability to use statistical packages and programming languages (e.g., STATA, SPSS, or R) is an advantage.
- Strong academic writing skills and very good level of oral and written fluency in English.
- Knowledge in Swedish is meritorious.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international environment
Application Date and Process
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Application Deadline
26 October, 2025
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