ELF-UNESCO Traineeship
The ELF-UNESCO Traineeship by the Endangered Language Fund offers Indigenous individuals hands-on experience in language preservation and education at UNESCO’s Paris headquarters.
Funder: Endangered Language Fund
Due Dates: November 10, 2025 (Spring 2026 cohort) | October 15, 2026 (Spring 2027 cohort)
Funding Amounts: US$5,000 per award for a two-month traineeship in Paris; recipient is responsible for costs exceeding this amount.
Summary: Offers Indigenous and Aboriginal individuals a funded two-month traineeship with UNESCO’s Education team in Paris, focusing on language preservation and education.
Key Information: Applicants must be Indigenous/Aboriginal with at least a bachelor’s degree and proficiency in English; advanced degrees preferred.
Description
The ELF-UNESCO Traineeship is a partnership between the Endangered Language Fund and UNESCO, providing Indigenous and Aboriginal individuals the opportunity to work with UNESCO’s Education team at its Paris Headquarters. This immersive, two-month traineeship aims to enhance practical knowledge in language and education, expose participants to UNESCO’s global mission, and facilitate the exchange of ideas with education professionals. Trainees take on hands-on assignments, gaining a comprehensive understanding of UNESCO’s programs while contributing their perspectives to language preservation and educational initiatives.
