Job Overview
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve people’s lives in low- and middle-income countries through livestock science that contributes to equitable and resilient livestock systems to deliver food systems transformation with climate and environmental benefits.
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit an intern in the Engineering Unit in Addis Ababa – Ethiopia.
Key Details
- Location: ILRI Addis Ababa – Ethiopia
- Duration: 6 months (starting 1st April 2026)
- Deadline: 20th March 2026
- Job Type: Internship
- Stipend: Monthly stipend to meet day-to‑day living expenses
- Medical Insurance: Provided for the internship duration
Job Requirements & Description
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Continuing undergraduate student in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology/Management, or related fields.
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD (mandatory).
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
- Basic understanding of construction materials and site practices.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel skills for BoQ support preferred).
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- Willing to participate in maintenance supervision, site activities and field inspections.
Terms of appointment
- A monthly stipend to meet day-to-day living expenses.
- Medical insurance for the internship duration.
How to Apply
All applications MUST include the following (applications not containing these documents will not be considered):
- A cover letter addressed to the Senior Manager, Capacity Development, expressing interest in the internship position and motivation for application. The position title and reference number (REF: INT/ILRI/ENG_ADD/01/2026) should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.
- CV.
- Academic qualification transcripts/ certificates.
- Letter from the university confirming internship period and requirement as part of the study program.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.