The Mastercard Foundation 2026 Internship Program – Paid Opportunities for Young Professionals in Africa is now open for applications. This 11-month program is designed for recent graduates across Africa who are eager to gain professional experience, build skills, and contribute to youth employment, education, and entrepreneurship. Applications close on 11 September 2025.
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Background & Job Description
The Mastercard Foundation Internship 2026 provides recent graduates with hands-on experience in different departments of the Foundation. It is part of the Young Africa Works strategy, focusing on preparing youth for future employment and entrepreneurship. The program is non-renewable and runs for 11 months across the Foundation’s offices in Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, and Uganda.
Tasks
Interns will:
- Support program design, monitoring, and implementation.
- Conduct research and data analysis to inform decision-making.
- Assist with reporting, knowledge management, and documentation.
- Participate in stakeholder engagement and learning sessions.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for events.
- Collaborate across teams to ensure effective program delivery.
- Contribute innovative ideas to strengthen youth-focused initiatives.
Qualifications (Education and Certification, Experience) Mastercard Foundation 2026 Internship Program – Paid Opportunities for Young Professionals in Africa
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a recent graduate with 0–4 years’ experience.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Development Studies, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Communications, Finance, or related disciplines.
- Be eligible to work in one of the seven participating African countries.
- Demonstrate interest in youth development, social impact, and inclusive growth.
- Have strong research, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Be proficient in MS Office or Google Workspace.
Additional Information
- Application Deadline: 11 September 2025
- Start Date: 15 January 2026
- Duration: 11 months (non-extendable)
- Locations: Mastercard Foundation offices in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal.
- Interns will benefit from mentorship, career development training, and exposure to international development practices.
👉 Click here to apply via the official Mastercard Foundation website
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