About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
The World Bank Group is offering an internship as a Blue Economy Analyst through its WBG Pioneers program. This internship provides a high-impact learning experience, allowing participants to gain hands-on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment. The World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. The internship will be part of the Environment Global Practice in the Latin America and Caribbean Region, focusing on sustainable environmental and natural resources management. The Blue Economy framework promotes the sustainable and integrated use of marine and coastal resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and job creation, while preserving the health of ocean ecosystems. The World Bank has been a leading partner in the Caribbean Blue Economy agenda since 2014, supporting countries in developing their Blue Economy strategies and implementing projects. The internship will contribute to the analytical, operational, and knowledge work of the ENV Practice Area team supporting the Caribbean's Blue Economy agenda. The internship will involve working on various tasks, including literature reviews, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement, to support the preparation and implementation of the Caribbean Blue Economy Program. The intern will also contribute to the development of communications products, such as blog posts and social media content, related to the Caribbean Blue Economy work program.
Benefits
- Interns will gain hands-on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment
- Opportunity to contribute to the World Bank Group's mission and work on high-impact projects
- Chance to connect with international professionals working to end poverty on a livable planet
Eligibility
- Currently enrolled in, or in the final year of, a postgraduate (master's/PhD) program
- Bachelor's degree required in Environmental Science, Marine Science, Economics, Public Policy, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field
- 0–6 years of relevant professional experience
- At least one to three years of relevant work or research experience related to ocean/marine resources, environmental management, sustainable development, or development finance
- Demonstrated interest in development work and the World Bank Group's mission
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in diverse, team-based environments
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
- Knowledge of French or Spanish would be an advantage
Required Documents
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