Internship Programme

FES Pakistan is now accepting applications for internships in 2026. Please refer to the details below for further information on how to apply: 

Eligibilities:

• Current university students having completed 2nd year and above of their studies.
• A study background in political science, sociology, development studies, law, economics, public administration, gender studies, environmental studies, or international relations has proven to be the most advantageous.
• Good in English communication
• Good writing both in English and Urdu.
• Fundamentals of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of and support to the ideas of social democracy.

Job Description:

The intern will contribute to the proper implementation of FES Pakistan projects. At the beginning of the internship, a training schedule will be developed, including the following tasks:

• Substantive and organisational involvement in current political consultation projects,
• Participation in the preparation, implementation and follow-up of important office events,
• Participation in the foundation's everyday activities,
• Review literature and do online research to gather information and check the data validity,
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities delegated or advised by the Programme Advisors.

Documents need to be submitted:

• A cover letter
• A duly filled-out application form(click here to download the form)

Location: Islamabad, Pakistan

Reporting to: Programme Advisor

Compensation: This is a paid internship. Therefore, FES Pakistan will offer an allowance according to its financial guidelines.

Please submit your application along with all documents (in a single pdf) via e-mail to: application.pak(at)fes.de by March 17, 2026. Please note that internships are offered for minimum of two months.

Only complete application forms will only be reviewed. Please mention “Internship at FES” at the subject line. FES Pakistan especially encourages applications from people of diverse gender identities, differently-abled groups, ethnic and religious minority groups. Any persuasion may cause automatic rejection of the candidature.