Deadline 2026-08-12
Country USA, Worldwide (various WBG country offices)
Level undergraduate, masters, phd
Organization World Bank Group (WBG)
Field Economics, Finance, Engineering, Public Policy, Communications, Human Resources, Environment, Health, Technology, Operations, Support Functions, Global Development
Funding fully funded Overview
The World Bank WBG Pioneers Internship 2026 is a paid global internship program designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students from World Bank Group member countries. This program offers a unique opportunity to work on real development projects, gain practical experience, and contribute directly to the World Bank Group's mission. Internships typically last from 7 weeks to 6 months. Positions are available in Washington, D.C., various World Bank Group country offices worldwide, or can be hybrid/remote, depending on the specific role. Opportunities span a wide range of fields including economics, finance, engineering, public policy, communications, human resources, environment, health, and technology, as well as general operations and support functions.
Coverage
Selected candidates for paid internship positions will receive a competitive hourly salary. Participants will also benefit from direct guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals, develop valuable professional skills that enhance their CV, and expand their global network by collaborating with professionals and students from diverse countries. The program provides significant professional exposure to how the World Bank Group designs and delivers global development projects. Additionally, there are selected no-fee internship opportunities available.
Eligibility
Applicants must be citizens of a World Bank Group (WBG) member country; Ethiopian students are eligible. Candidates must be final year undergraduate students or currently enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program. For the no-fee internship track, students must be enrolled in a Master's, PhD, or a similar graduate program for the entire duration of the internship, or be in the fifth year or higher of a degree program in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages. Applicants should have 0 to 6 years of professional work experience and must be fluent in English. A strong commitment to the World Bank Group’s mission and values is also required.
Requirements
Required documents for the application include a CV/Resume, a cover letter, an academic transcript, and proof of enrollment or eligibility in your academic program.
How to apply
1. Visit the official World Bank Group WBG Pioneers careers portal using the provided application URL.
2. Browse through the available internship positions and select up to three roles that align with your qualifications and interests.
3. Carefully read the job description and eligibility requirements for each chosen position.
4. Prepare all the necessary documents as listed in the requirements section.
5. Complete the online application form and upload all required documents.
6. Review your entire application thoroughly before submitting it by the deadline.
Notes
There is no IELTS requirement to apply for this internship program, and there is no application fee. Applicants are limited to applying for a maximum of three internship positions during each application cycle; any applications submitted beyond this limit will not be considered. The program offers both paid and selected no-fee internship opportunities.
