Internship – AI Integration & Investigative Technologies

World Food Programme (WFP)
  • Location
    Rome, Italy
  • Sector
    Non Profit
  • Experience
    Internship
  • Posted
    Yesterday

Position description

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.


At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTubeLinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitterTikTok.

WHY JOIN WFP?

  • WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

  • WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

  • WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

  • A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

  • We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DIVISION:

The Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI) is part of the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). OIGI’s mission is to conduct inspections and investigations into allegations of wrongdoing and misconduct. The purpose of an investigation is to establish facts and provide sufficient evidence and analysis to determine whether a reported allegation has occurred, and if so, to enable WFP management to take appropriate action against the responsible persons or entities.

OIGI investigations may involve WFP personnel, cooperating partners, vendors, and other external parties.

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Type of assignment: Internship

  • Number of available positions: Five (5)

  • Country of assignment: Remote

  • City of assignment: Remote

  • Hiring Unit: OIGI

  • Supervisor: Head of Digital Forensics Investigations

  • Working arrangement: Remove Internship

  • Duration of assignment: 4 Months

  • Expected Starting Date: 15 September

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist in integrating AI services into investigative processes and support the development of AI and machine learning models on a Microsoft Azure platform.

  • Contribute to coding and scripting tasks using Python, Java, and HTML to automate workflows and enhance data processing capabilities.

  • Design automation and streamlining processes using Microsoft Power Automate and Azure Logic Apps.

  • Support API integration to ensure seamless connectivity between various software applications and platforms.

  • Assist in the development of projects utilizing Microsoft Azure services for AI model deployment and cloud resource management.

  • Participate in data analysis and interpretation, assisting in generating insights and reports from AI model outputs.

  • Document development and integration processes to ensure clear records for future reference and audits.

  • Build mapping and processing workflows to improve operational efficiency.

  • Perform other related duties as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate programme (for example, Bachelor’s degree) from a recognized university and have completed at least two years of the programme; OR

  • Be currently enrolled in a graduate programme (for example, Master degree); OR

  • Be a recent graduate from an undergraduate or graduate programme (within six months prior to the application to the internship programme);

  • Classes attendance in the last 12 months of enrolment in a recognized university.

  • Excellent written and spoken English is required (proficiency/level C). Working knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian plus Portuguese) is an asset.

TRAINING COMPONENTS

Throughout their assignment WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform, weLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, he/she may participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate.

LEARNING ELEMENTS

By the end of the assignment, the intern will have gained valuable, hands-on experience working with advanced AI concepts and technologies in a real-world professional setting. They will develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and gain insight into how AI can be applied securely and ethically in complex operational environments.

This role offers a unique opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, work in a collaborative and mission-driven environment, and gain exposure to innovative approaches that are shaping the future of technology and digital transformation. The experience will help interns refine their career direction and prepare for future roles in the rapidly evolving fields of AI, data science, and digital innovation.

INTERNSHIP TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

  • Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP up to the maximum amount of US$1,000 per month depending on the duty station of assignment.

  • WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, VISA requests and related costs.

  • WFP will reimburse travel ticket for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country.

  • WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognized institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.

  • Sons, daughters, brothers, or sisters of current WFP employees are not eligible to apply.

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