ICYF Internship Program in Turkey (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the ICYF Internship Program 2026-27 in Istanbul, Turkey! Organized by the Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF), this exciting opportunity invites passionate university students and recent graduates to gain hands-on professional experience in a multicultural, youth-focused international organization.This is a Fully Funded internship, with no application fee.

It focuses on fields like project management, foreign affairs/diplomacy, education/training, media/communications, and youth economic empowerment/entrepreneurship.The program runs for 5 months in one of two terms, requiring physical attendance at ICYF headquarters in Istanbul (online possible if needed). You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Program Type: Internship
• Host Country: Turkey
• Open to Nationalities: Applicants from OIC Member States, OIC Observer States, or Muslim minorities in non-OIC states
• Application Fee: None
• Language Requirement: Strong English (oral & written) – mandatory; Arabic/French is a plus
• Application Deadline: 18 February 2026

What This Internship Offers:

• An official Internship Certificate upon successful completion (full attendance + satisfactory performance).
• Food and transportation allowances during the program.
• A one-month vacation entitlement.
• Practical, hands-on professional experience in a dynamic international organization focused on youth empowerment across the Muslim world.
• Skill development in project planning, diplomatic correspondence, content creation, training programs, startup ecosystem support, and more (depending on department).

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Eligibility Criteria:

General Criteria (All Applicants)

• Age between 18 and 35 years.
• Must currently reside in Istanbul.
• Currently enrolled in a university degree program or graduated no more than 6 months ago.
• From an OIC Member State, Observer State, or Muslim minority community in a non-OIC state.
• Strong proficiency in English (spoken and written) – required.
• Knowledge of Arabic or French (OIC working languages) is an advantage.
• Eager to thrive in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Proficient in MS Office.

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Department-Specific Criteria

Applicants must match qualifications/experience for their chosen department (otherwise application not considered):

• Projects: Passion for youth work, project experience, research interest, report writing skills.
• Foreign Affairs: Relevant major (e.g., International Relations, Political Science), strong communication/research/organizational skills, integrity with confidential info.
• Education & Training: Major in Social Sciences/Law/Management or similar; interest in education; enthusiasm for working with students; Arabic recommended, Turkish a plus.
• Media Coordinatorship: Major in Communication/Fine Arts; skills in Adobe tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere), content creation, design, video/photo.
• Young Business Hub: Passion for entrepreneurship/startups; awareness of global trends; strong communication/networking skills.

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Documents Needed:

• CV: In English only, maximum 2 pages.
• Motivation Letter: Maximum 2000 characters, addressing:
  • What inspired you to apply?
  • How will this internship contribute to your personal/professional growth?
  • How will you apply the gained skills/knowledge in the future?

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How to Apply:

1. Visit the official application portal (Check the link Below)
2. Choose your preferred department and term.
3. Prepare and upload your CV and Motivation Letter.
4. Submit before the deadline: 18 February 2026, 23:59 Istanbul time.

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