Are you a graduate student passionate about tackling poverty, climate change, and inequality globally? The World Bank Internship Program offers a paid, hands-on opportunity to work alongside experts in international development, contribute to transformative projects, and gain unparalleled experience at the heart of global policymaking.
Hosted by the World Bank Group, this prestigious internship is open to graduate students worldwide, providing exposure to the institution’s mission of sustainable development and shared prosperity. Interns are placed in Washington D.C. or country offices, working on projects aligned with the Bank’s focus areas:
- Climate Action & Sustainability
- Economic Development & Poverty Reduction
- Education & Public Health
- Gender Equality & Social Inclusion
- Infrastructure & Digital Innovation
The program typically runs for 10–12 weeks (summer or winter sessions) and welcomes applicants from diverse academic backgrounds, including economics, public policy, engineering, and environmental sciences.
Internship Benefits
- Paid opportunity: Receive a competitive monthly stipend (exact amount varies by location).
- Travel support: Up to $3,000 for airfare to/from your duty station.
- Skill development: Engage in research, data analysis, and policy design under mentorship from World Bank leaders.
- Networking: Connect with professionals across 189 member countries and attend exclusive seminars.
- Career acceleration: Many interns transition to full-time roles at the World Bank or partner organizations.
Eligibility Criteria
- Enrolled in a master’s or PhD program (or graduating within 1 year of the internship start date).
- No age limit, but most interns are early-career professionals (22–35 years).
- Fluency in English (French, Spanish, Arabic, or other languages are a plus).
- Demonstrated interest in development work through coursework, research, or volunteer experience.
Application Process
Interested candidates should:
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Completed application form.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Statement of Interest.
- Proof of enrollment in a graduate program.
- Submit Application:
- Applications are submitted online.
- Ensure all documents are in the required format (doc, docx, or PDF) and do not exceed 5MB in size.
- Accurately enter your contact information, especially your phone number.
- Note that applications cannot be edited after submission.
- A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: February 12, 2025
Interview Invitations: By the end of March 2025
Selection Notifications: April 2025
Internship Period: Early May to August 2025
