IT Digital Solutions Intern

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

18 November 2026-23:59-GMT+02:00 Eastern European Standard Time (Cairo)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

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 extreme weather shocks.

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: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

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).

JOB TITLE: Digital Solutions Intern

TYPE OF CONTRACT:  WFP Intern

UNIT/DIVISION: MENAEERO – TEC Unit

DUTY STATION (City, Country): Cairo, Egypt

DURATION : Three (3) months

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT:These jobs are found in Country Offices (COs), Regional Offices (ROs), andHeadquarters (HQ). The Job holders report to a Head of the Unit, Chief or IT Solutions Developer.

At this level job holders are expected to demonstrate responsibility and initiative to respond independently to queries with only general guidance. There is a requirement to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen problems on a daily basis. 

JOB PURPOSE:  To support the team in improving productivity through business process automation, assist with the development, testing, maintenance and implementation of IT solutions, and help provide user support and training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

• Support the development, configuration and customization of IT systems in line with WFP’s IT standards, guidelines and procedures.
• Contribute to system maintenance, troubleshooting and improvement activities as part of the team.
• Support unit and integration testing of new or updated code to ensure it meets requirements.
• Assist in writing and maintaining program code for IT solutions and automation projects.
• Assist with system releases and early support activities to help users adopt new IT solutions.
• Respond to user queries with guidance from the team and escalate issues when needed.
• Help keep technical documentation up to date to support system maintenance.
• Research and suggest ideas for improving business processes and office automation.
• Help prepare clear technical documentation in coordination with business and IT colleagues.

OTHER POST REQUIREMENTS (details to be determined by Post Managers):

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 tools, Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of programming languages and web technologies such as .NET, React, HTML5, and CSS.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is an advantage.
• Understanding of database management systems such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Familiarity in BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI is desirable.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• No prior professional experience is required; relevant coursework, academic projects, internships, or personal projects will be considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated interest in IT, software development, automation, or business systems.
• Willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and ways of working.
• Good communication skills and the ability to explain technical ideas clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Exposure to Azure DevOps or Microsoft certifications is a plus.

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS :

 Education:Current enrolment in, or recent completion of, a university degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or another relevant field.

 Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English, Proficiency in French would be an advantage.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  [email protected]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.