INTERPOL is looking for an Intern - General Services to join its Executive Directorate of Resource Management in Lyon, France. The internship lasts 6 months, is estimated to start on 5 January 2027 and comes with an internship allowance of EUR 700, a transport subsidy of EUR 30 per month and an additional housing subsidy of EUR 170 per month for eligible interns. The intern will help develop digital workplace solutions based on SharePoint Online, Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft Copilot. Applications close on 21 October 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full call for internship and gathered every duty, requirement and condition below.
Internship at a Glance
📌 Title: Intern - General Services
🆔 Vacancy: Internship 2042
🏢 Directorate: Executive Directorate of Resource Management
📍 Duty station: Lyon, France
⏱️ Duration: 6 months
🗓️ Estimated starting date: 5 January 2027
🔐 Level of security clearance: Basic
💶 Allowance: EUR 700, plus a transport subsidy of EUR 30 per month
🏠 Housing subsidy: EUR 170 per month for eligible interns
Who Is INTERPOL?
INTERPOL is the world's largest international police organization, with 196 Member Countries. It was created in 1923. It facilitates cross-border police co-operation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities and services whose mission is to prevent or combat international crime.
Open to Candidates From 196 Member Countries
INTERPOL's Internship Programme welcomes candidates from any of its 196 member countries.
👩 INTERPOL actively encourages applications from women
🗺️ It also encourages applications from nationals of member countries that are currently unrepresented among its staff, and candidates from these countries are particularly encouraged to apply (the official list of these countries is linked at the end of this article)
⚖️ INTERPOL's recruitment process is merit-based, so all hiring decisions are made considering the applicant's qualifications and the needs of the Organization
What the INTERPOL Internship Programme Offers
The Programme attracts talented students or recent graduates to the Organization and provides them with:
🎯 A better understanding of the Organization's goals and objectives and how international police cooperation is organized
🏛️ An insight into how an international organization operates
🛠️ A framework to enhance their educational experience through practical work assignments, thereby developing skills which are useful for their career and future employment
🤝 Experience of working in a multicultural, multidisciplinary and multi-ethnic environment, contributing to the development of mutual understanding, trust and tolerance
Learning Objectives of This Internship
Through this internship, the intern will gain meaningful exposure to the work of a large international organization, while contributing to the development and improvement of digital workplace solutions based on SharePoint Online, Microsoft Power Platform and AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot.
Primary Duties
🗂️ Support the enhancement and customization of SharePoint Online intranet and document management sites, to ensure they align with the organization's needs and objectives
⚙️ Support automation of workflows and business processes using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI) and AI tools to improve efficiency
🤖 Explore, test and provide support for the adoption of Microsoft Copilot and use of Copilot agents to improve productivity, collaboration and process optimization, while staying updated on new features and releases
📘 Assist in creating comprehensive user documentation, including guides, to facilitate end-users' understanding and efficient utilization of ICT systems and applications
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General Requirements
All candidates will be assessed on the following requirements:
🪪 Be a national of one of INTERPOL's 196 member countries
🎂 Have attained the legal age in the country of nationality
Training and Education Required
🎓 Be enrolled in, or have graduated from, a post-secondary accredited academic institution within the past one year (preferably having completed coursework relating to technology, data protection, or public international law)
Technical Skills
🧩 Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) is an asset
🖥️ Strong understanding of SharePoint Online concepts, architecture and site customization is an asset
💡 Interest in learning and applying AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and Copilot agents
Abilities Required
🕊️ Ability to work with discretion, diplomacy, tact and rigor
📚 Willingness to learn new or unfamiliar areas of law
🛡️ Prior exposure to data protection law, information security, or regulation of emerging technologies will be considered as an asset
📝 Exposure to drafting or review of governance, technical, or risk management documentation, particularly in relation to emerging technologies, will be considered as an asset
Language Requirements
🇬🇧 Professional fluency in English
🇫🇷 Professional fluency in French is highly desirable
🗣️ A good command of any other INTERPOL official language (Arabic, Spanish) will be considered as an asset
Allowance, Transport and Housing Support
As of 1 January 2025:
💳 The internship allowance is EUR 700
🚌 A transport subsidy of EUR 30 per month is provided
🏘️ An additional housing subsidy of EUR 170 per month will be provided to eligible interns
Health Insurance
🩺 Interns are required to be subscribed to a health insurance coverage for the entire duration of the internship
🧾 However, they are eligible to request enrolment in the Organization's health insurance coverage at no additional cost
No University Internship Agreements
INTERPOL does not establish or endorse internship agreements with universities or academic institutions. Internship arrangements and communication are made solely between INTERPOL and the individual selected for the internship.
📖 Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the conditions of internship and the requirements before applying (the official page is linked at the end of this article). All the relevant information about the Internship Programme may be found on INTERPOL's official web site.
How to Apply
📮 Only applications submitted in response to a specific internship vacancy will be considered
🚫 Due to the large number of applications received, INTERPOL is unable to answer individual queries
💻 A completed online application is required and should include a cover letter including:
✨ Your motivation to join the INTERPOL internship programme
🔎 Your interest in and your assets for this specific internship opportunity
🔭 Your expectations for this internship
How Applications Are Assessed
📋 All applications will be assessed against the requirements indicated in this call for internship
📞 Applicants who meet these requirements most closely will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration and assessment
🙌 INTERPOL does not discriminate on any grounds and candidates will be treated under conditions of equality
Security Clearance and Criminal Record Certificates
🔍 A confidentiality vetting inquiry will be carried out on behalf of the Organization prior to confirming any selection. By accepting the offer, you give the Organization expressed consent for completing this inquiry
📜 If selected, you will be required to produce a certificate of non-criminal records (including spent and unspent sentences pronounced by justice) from your country of nationality and from any other country in which you have resided for more than 12 months in the past five years
⏰ If you are considered at a further stage of the selection process (interview), INTERPOL advises you to familiarize yourself with the procedure for requesting such documentation in the concerned countries, so that, if accepted, your arrival to the Organization is not unnecessarily delayed
If you are weighing this placement against other options, our guide to paid internships abroad for students explains how funded traineeships really work. You can also find more internship opportunities on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will the INTERPOL General Services Intern work on?
The intern will support the enhancement of SharePoint Online intranet and document management sites, automate workflows with Microsoft Power Platform and AI tools, explore and support the adoption of Microsoft Copilot and Copilot agents, and help create user documentation and guides for ICT systems and applications.
Where is the internship based and how long does it last?
The duty station is Lyon, France, within the Executive Directorate of Resource Management. The internship lasts 6 months, with an estimated starting date of 5 January 2027.
Is the INTERPOL internship paid?
Yes. As of 1 January 2025, the internship allowance is EUR 700, with a transport subsidy of EUR 30 per month. An additional housing subsidy of EUR 170 per month is provided to eligible interns.
Who can apply?
Nationals of any of INTERPOL's 196 member countries who have attained the legal age in their country of nationality and are enrolled in, or have graduated within the past one year from, a post-secondary accredited academic institution.
Which languages do I need?
Professional fluency in English is required. Professional fluency in French is highly desirable, and a good command of Arabic or Spanish is considered an asset.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes. Interns must be covered by health insurance for the entire duration of the internship, but they can request enrolment in the Organization's health insurance coverage at no additional cost.
Can my university sign an internship agreement with INTERPOL?
No. INTERPOL does not establish or endorse internship agreements with universities or academic institutions. All arrangements and communication are made solely between INTERPOL and the selected intern.
What should my cover letter include?
Your motivation to join the INTERPOL internship programme, your interest in and your assets for this specific internship opportunity, and your expectations for this internship.
What documents will I need if selected?
A certificate of non-criminal records from your country of nationality and from any other country where you have resided for more than 12 months in the past five years. A confidentiality vetting inquiry is also carried out before any selection is confirmed.
Deadline
⏳ 21 October 2026
Links
🔗 Application page: https://209400.jobs2web.com/job/Lyon-Intern-General-Services/1437675200/
📄 Countries unrepresented among INTERPOL staff (list): https://www.interpol.int/content/download/23894/file/Countries%20that%20are%20unpresented%20among%20INTERPOL%20staff%20%2816-2-2025%29.pdf
📑 Conditions of internship and requirements: https://www.interpol.int/fr/Ce-que-vous-pouvez-faire/Carrieres/Vacancies
