International Trade & Law Internship at AfCFTA Secretariat

About the role

The AfCFTA Secretariat offers a structured internship for final‑year university students to gain hands‑on experience in international trade, trade law, and economics. Interns will work in a multicultural environment, supporting the Secretariat’s strategic projects and daily operations.

Key responsibilities

• Translate working documents between English and French on a wide range of trade‑related topics.
• Provide interpretation services during meetings, audiences, and discussions.
• Assist corporate functions and project teams linked to the Secretariat’s strategic orientations.
• Help promote the AfCFTA initiative to the public, especially youth audiences.

Required profile

• National of an African Union member state and resident in Ghana.
• Final‑year student enrolled full‑time in a programme related to international trade, law, economics or a similar field.
• Motivated, highly qualified and able to work in a fast‑paced, multicultural setting.

Required skills

• English‑French translation.
• Interpretation (English/French).

What we offer

• Practical experience within a flagship African Union project.
• International exposure and networking opportunities.
• Development of analytical and technical skills in an international environment.