World Bank Internships

The World Bank Group Internship offers highly motivated and successful individuals an opportunity to improve their skills while working in a diverse environment.

World Bank in Washington DC, USA

This internship typically seeks candidates in the following fields: economics, finance, human development (public health, education, nutrition, population), social science (anthropology, sociology), agriculture, environment, private sector development, as well as other related fields.

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Students currently enrolled in a full-time graduate study program

The Bank Group pays an hourly salary to all interns and, where applicable, provides an allowance towards travel expenses. Interns are responsible for their own living accommodations.

To be eligible for the internship, candidates must possess an undergraduate degree and already be enrolled in a full-time graduate study program (pursuing a Master’s degree or PhD with plans to return to school in a full-time capacity). Generally, successful candidates have completed their first year of graduate studies or are already into their PhD programs.

Fluency in English is required. Prior relevant work experience, computing skills, as well as knowledge of languages such as French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, and Chinese are advantageous.

All applications MUST be submitted online. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. The Bank Group’s Internship is offered during two seasons, and applications are accepted during the following periods:

Summer Internship (June–September)
The application period for the Summer Internship is December 1–January 31 each year.

Winter Internship (December–March)
The application period for the Winter Internship is October 1–31 each year.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this internship.