About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
The World Bank Group's Internship Program, WBG Pioneers, is offering a high-impact learning experience for undergraduate and postgraduate students. The International Finance Corporation, the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, is seeking a graduate intern to work with the Partnerships & Blended Finance Department. This internship provides an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and globally engaged department at the center of IFC's 2030 agenda. The intern will work directly with the Director and her team, supporting strategic initiatives at the intersection of private capital mobilization, donor engagement, blended finance, and international development. The Partnerships & Blended Finance Department plays a critical role in advancing IFC's strategic objectives by mobilizing concessional catalytic capital and donor resources. The department supports IFC's efforts to expand investment opportunities in frontier and emerging markets. The intern will gain exposure to senior management, international development finance, and World Bank Group operations. The internship is based at the World Bank Group and provides an opportunity to work with a diverse and dynamic team. The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply.
Responsibilities
- Conduct analytical research on concessional capital and related emerging development trends
- Analyze trends and market developments relevant to the department’s mandate
- Support preparation of strategic assessments and concept notes
- Support the Director in preparing for senior management meetings, donor engagements, Board-related discussions, conferences, and external events
- Assist in the drafting of talking points, briefing materials, presentations, and executive correspondence
- Synthesize complex operational and strategic information into concise, management-ready materials and recommendations
- Track follow-up actions and support coordination across the department’s business units
- Support the development of internal and external communications materials highlighting departmental priorities, achievements, and development impact
- Support creation of and/or draft impact stories, management updates, and thought leadership content
- Contribute to knowledge management initiatives and products and dissemination of lessons learned and best practices
- Support analytical work related to concessional funding mechanisms, and innovative financing solutions
- Support collection and analysis of operational data
- Assist with preparation of management reports, visualizations and monitoring of performance metrics
- Help identify trends and insights to support decision-making and stakeholder engagement
- Participate in intra-departmental initiatives, including those that advance innovation, and operational effectiveness
- Undertake assignments as requested by the Director
- The role may involve limited international and/or domestic travel
Requirements & Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a postgraduate (master’s/PhD) program
- Strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to synthesize complex issues
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into concise executive-level products
- Demonstrated interest in development finance, private sector development, and the World Bank Group’s mission
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, attention to detail
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- IT-savvy, with advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Working knowledge of one or more Large Language Models (LLMs) is an advantage
- Strong initiative and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with data analysis, visualization, and/or strategic communications is an advantage
How to Apply
- Review the selection criteria and requirements for the internship
- Prepare your application, including your resume and a cover letter
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application
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