The World Bank Internship Program (BIP) offers a fully funded, 4-week paid internship opportunity. Approximately 150-200 interns are selected each year from across the globe. This inclusive program is open to individuals worldwide who hold an undergraduate degree and are enrolled in a full-time graduate study program, pursuing either a Master's Degree or Ph.D., with plans to return to school full-time.
Key Details:
- Country: United States of America
- Location: World Bank HQ, Washington D.C.
- Duration: 4 Weeks
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 31st January 2024
BIP Internship Benefits:
1. Hourly Salary: Interns receive an hourly salary.
2. Travel Allowance: A travel allowance of up to $3,000 is provided (if applicable).
3. Return Airfare Expenses: An allowance toward return airfare travel expenses, up to USD 3,000, at the discretion of the manager.
Internship Fields:
The World Bank values diversity and encourages applicants from various fields. They typically seek candidates in areas such as:
- Economics, finance
- Human development (public health, education, nutrition, and population)
- Social sciences (anthropology, sociology)
- Agriculture, environment
- Engineering, urban planning
- Natural resources management
- Private sector development
- Corporate support (Accounting, Communications, Human Resources Management, Information Technology, Treasury, and other corporate services)
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the World Bank Internship:
1. Education: Candidates must have an undergraduate degree and be enrolled in a full-time graduate study program (pursuing a master’s degree or Ph.D.) with plans to return to school full-time.
2. Age: There is no age limit.
3. Language Skills: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of languages such as French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, and Chinese is desirable. Other skills, including computing skills, are advantageous.
Required Documents:
1. Application Form
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Statement of Interest
4. Proof of Enrollment in a graduate degree
How to Apply for the WB Internship 2024:
Candidates must apply online by completing the application form and uploading the required documents in doc, dox, and PDF formats. The file size should be greater than 5 MB. Avoid using special characters in the application, and provide accurate contact information. Once submitted, applications cannot be edited. Applicants will receive a confirmation email after submission.
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