GIZ Internship in Social Protection 2026

This GIZ internship in Bonn, Germany focuses on social protection and social policy within international development cooperation. The intern will support work involving research, policy analysis, preparation of briefing papers and strategies, international working groups, events, presentations, and knowledge management.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineAugust 31, 2026
• Study LevelInternship
• SponsorDeutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• The monthly intern salary is €2,349 (gross).

Requirements

• Studies at least from the fourth semester onwards in a degree program relevant to the internship, such as economics, political science or social sciences 
• Relevant expertise in the field of social security and/or social policy, ideally in the context of development cooperation
• High level of motivation, teamwork skills, flexibility and the ability to quickly familiarize oneself with complex issues.
• A structured, independent and results-oriented work style, as well as the ability to deliver high-quality work results even under tight deadlines.
• Fluent German and English skills, both written and spoken, are required.
• Good knowledge of the common MS Office programs
• Prior knowledge in one or more of the interface topics related to crisis and displacement/migration, digitalization, climate or employment is desirable.
• General knowledge of German development cooperation. Initial work experience in developing and emerging countries and/or with international organizations is advantageous.
• Excellent skills in writing and editing (political) texts

The internship is only possible if you are currently enrolled at a university, are participating in a further education program that includes an internship as an integral part of your studies, or if your degree was awarded no more than 6 months prior to the start of the internship.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

For more information, kindly visit the GIZ webpage.