The Interpol program has opened applications for the 2026 Internship Scheme for interested and qualified individuals from its 140 member countries.
The Interpol Internship 2026 is a paid opportunity offering competitive stipends, transport allowances, and housing support for selected candidates to gain international work experience at various duty stations in France, including their headquarters in Lyon.
Internship Summary
- Host: Interpol
- Program Location: France (Various Duty Stations)
- Category: Global Internships
- Eligible Countries: Nationals of Interpol’s 140 Member Countries
- Reward: Monthly Stipend | Housing Subsidy | Transport Subsidy
- Deadline: Varies by Vacancy (Currently Open)
Internship Details
Are you interested in security, crime matters, or international support services? The Interpol Internship 2026 provides an exceptional avenue to understand firsthand how international police cooperation functions while gaining valuable work experience within a globally recognized organization. Selected individuals will collaborate alongside fellow interns from 140 countries, fostering a shared environment of learning and diverse knowledge exchange.
These paid positions are based across multiple duty stations in France, offering an inclusive, respectful, and highly dynamic workplace. Designed to run between six to eleven months depending on the specific vacancy, the program ensures continuous professional development, flexible working hours, and part-time teleworking options to help participants grow their careers on a global scale.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Interpol Internship Scheme, applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in a university or have graduated within the past one year.
- Be a national of one of INTERPOL’s recognized member countries.
- Have attained the legal age of adulthood set in their country of nationality.
- Be highly fluent in the English language.
- Meet any additional requirements specified for the specific internship vacancy they are applying for.
Internship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Interpol Internship Scheme will receive:
- A monthly allowance of EUR 700 to assist with living expenses.
- A monthly transport subsidy of EUR 30.
- An additional monthly housing subsidy of EUR 170.
- An exceptional opportunity to foster growth and professional development in a dynamic international organization.
Required Documents
To apply for this internship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Cover Letter detailing their interest and qualifications.
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Valid Proof of Nationality.
How to Apply
To apply for the Interpol Internship Scheme:
- Visit the official recruitment platform to search for current internship vacancies.
- Apply directly through the designated recruitment platform.
- Provide all the necessary personal and academic information.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Read and explicitly agree to the terms and conditions.
- Review your application thoroughly and submit before the specific position’s deadline.
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