NATO Internship Program in Belgium 2025 Stipend And Travel Fund

NATO is offering its 22nd Call for the Internship Program 2025 at its headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. The program provides a fully funded six-month internship for university students in their third year or recent graduates.

Interns receive a monthly stipend to cover living expenses, 15 days of paid leave, and travel support. The internship is open to citizens of NATO member countries. Various internship positions are available in fields such as political affairs, defence and security, innovation, operations, communications, and more.

Shortlisted applicants will be notified in May, and the final selection will take place in July or September. Successful candidates will begin their internships in March or September of the following year.

NATO Internship Program in Belgium Overview

Program	NATO Internship Program 2025
Location	NATO Headquarters, Brussels, Belgium
Duration	Six months
Eligibility	Students in their third year of university or recent graduates
Funding	Fully funded
Stipend	Monthly stipend for living expenses
Leave	15 days of paid leave
Travel Support	Provided for all interns
Citizenship	Open to citizens of NATO member countries
Available Positions	Political affairs, defence and security, innovation, operations, communications, business support and human resources, finance, science and technology, infrastructure and facilities
Selection Process	Shortlisted applicants informed in May; final selection in July or September
Start Dates	Internships begin in March or September of the following year

Requirements Criteria

The requirements for applying to the NATO Internship are as follows:

• Age: You must be 21 years of age or older.
• Nationality: You must be a citizen of a NATO member country.
• Education: You should meet one of the following criteria:
• Have completed at least two years of university-level studies.
• Have obtained your highest degree less than a year before applying.
• Be currently enrolled in a master’s or PhD program.
• Language Proficiency: You should know English or French. These are the official languages of NATO.

NATO Internship Program in Belgium 2025 Stipend And Travel Fund

Benefits

The NATO Internship offers several benefits to its participants. Here are some of the benefits:

• Monthly Stipend: Interns will receive a monthly stipend of EUR 1,217 in 2024. This financial support helps cover living expenses during the internship period.
• Travel Support: Interns are eligible to receive up to EUR 1,200 for travel support. This amount can be used to cover transportation expenses related to their internship, such as flights or train tickets.
• Paid Leave: Interns are entitled to 15 days of paid leave during the six-month internship period. This allows interns to take time off for personal or professional reasons while still receiving their stipend.

Objectives of the NATO Internship

• Provide a better understanding of the NATO.
• Foster exchange and diversity among fellows from different member countries.
• Offer practical experience within the political-military alliance.

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Application Process:

• The call for applications is open once a year, typically in April-May.
• Submit your application during the open call period.
• The application must be submitted through the NATO Talent Acquisition Platform (NTAP).
• Include your CV and a 1-page essay on your motivation and expectations.