University students in Paraguay have until 7 June, 2026, to apply for the 2026/2027 University Internship Programme of the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF). The MEF has designed the programme to provide practical experience in the public sector. The internship targets students in the final years of their degrees.
Requirements to apply
The call is aimed at students in the last two years of their degree. Students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5. They must also be enrolled in universities whose courses are accredited by the National Council of Higher Education (CONES). These universities must maintain active cooperation agreements with the ministry.
The programme covers a wide range of fields, including Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Commercial Engineering, and Foreign Trade. Also, Law, Social Work, Occupational Psychology, and Communication Sciences. Additionally, Audiovisual Communication, Graphic Design, Computer Science, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental and Forestry Engineering. Finally, Mathematics and Political Science, among others.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted through the Application System for Instruments (SPI) of the National Council of Science and Technology (CONACYT). Applicants must provide documentation confirming their identity and academic status. This includes certificates or university records showing their degree programme, semester, and overall grade point average.
According to the MEF, the internship programme will last twelve months. It requires a daily workload of five hours from Monday to Friday. The internship programme has an academic focus and aims to complement university training through direct exposure to public administration.
Key dates in the selection process
The ministry will publish the list of applicants eligible for the entrance assessments on 11 June. Shortlisted candidates will then take a face-to-face examination on 16 June in the city of Lambaré. The internship programme forms part of the ministry’s efforts to bring students closer to public administration. It also strengthens the training of future professionals interested in economics, finance, and state management.
Many university students use the internship programme as a key pathway to gain work experience before graduation. The programme helps students develop professional skills. It also helps them expand their networks and understand how public institutions operate.
The full details of the call are available on the official website of the Ministry of Economy and Finance.
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