OECD Internship Programme 2027 — Paid Placement in Paris for Students Worldwide

Potenue; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 6,700 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend provided

In-person at OECD Paris

International environment

Job summary

OECD invites students worldwide for a paid internship in Paris, embedded within OECD directorates. Interns gain hands-on exposure to multilateral economic research, working with economists and policy experts in a globally oriented environment.

Selected interns receive a stipend and in‑person work experience at OECD headquarters in Paris, with opportunities across diverse fields such as economics, public policy, and data science.

Qualifications

• Be currently enrolled in a university degree programme.
• Open to students worldwide.
• Strong proficiency in English and/or French.

Responsibilities

• Draft research summaries and collect data.
• Prepare policy briefs and reports.
• Support the organization of high-level events.
• Contribute to publications within OECD directorates.

Education

Currently enrolled in a university degree programme

Job description

OECD Internship Programme 2027 — Paid Placement in Paris for Students Worldwide

The OECD Internship Programme 2027 offers students from around the world a paid, in-person placement at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development in Paris, France. Interns work across the OECD’s diverse divisions, contributing to research and analysis that shapes global economic policy, and receive a stipend for the duration of their placement.

This is a prestigious opportunity for students enrolled in a degree programme who want to gain practical experience at one of the world’s most influential multilateral organisations. As an OECD intern , you will be embedded in a team of international experts working on topics from sustainable development to digital governance and global trade.

Field

Details

Opportunity Type Internship

Host Organization Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

Location Paris, France

Format / Mode In‑person

Duration 1 to 6 months per contract (renewable up to a maximum total of 12 months)

Funding / Financial Support Stipend provided

Stipend / Salary Not specified by the host

Application Fee Free

Nationality Open to students worldwide

Minimum Degree Required Currently enrolled in a degree programme

Age Not specified by the host

Work Experience Not specified by the host

Fields / Areas Economics, Public Policy, Law, Statistics, Data Science, Environment, Education, and others

Start Date Rolling

Deadline Rolling (December 31, 2026)

What Is the OECD Internship Programme?

The OECD Internship Programme places current students within the organisation’s secretariat in Paris, providing hands‑on exposure to multilateral economic research and policy development. Interns are integrated into specific OECD directorates and contribute meaningfully to ongoing projects, working alongside economists, analysts, and policy experts from across the globe.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the OECD Internship Programme 2027, applicants must meet the following criteria as stated on the official application platform:

• Be currently enrolled in a university degree programme (bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral level)
• Be a national of any country (open worldwide)
• Have strong proficiency in English and/or French (the OECD’s working languages)
• Meet any additional qualifications listed in the specific internship posting you apply to

What Do You Get?

Selected interns receive the following benefits as confirmed on the official OECD recruitment platform:

• A paid stipend for the duration of the internship (exact amount not specified by the host)
• In‑person work experience at the OECD headquarters in Paris
• Immersion in an international, multicultural professional environment

What Will You Do?

Interns are embedded within one of the OECD’s many directorates and work on tasks aligned with their academic expertise. This can include drafting research summaries, collecting and analysing data, preparing policy briefs, supporting the organisation of high‑level events, and contributing to reports and publications. Specific responsibilities depend on the directorate and the internship position applied for.

Fields and Areas

The OECD Internship Programme covers a wide spectrum of disciplines. Relevant fields include but are not limited to:

• Economics and Macroeconomic Policy
• Public Policy and Governance
• International Law and Regulation
• Statistics, Data Science, and Quantitative Research
• Environment and Climate Policy
• Education, Social Policy, and Health
• Digital Economy and Innovation