About the role#
The Inter-American Development Bank is hiring a graduate student for a paid, full-time internship in Washington D.C. This program offers an opportunity to learn about development work and corporate management through on-the-job experience. The internship runs from January 16th to March 15th, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements.
- Reconcile cash, interfund, and administrative accounts.
- Conduct research under US GAAP.
- Prepare schedules and audit support documentation.
- Collaborate with your internship supervisor on various assigned tasks.
What you'll need#
- You must be an active graduate student in Accounting or Business Administration.
- You should have knowledge of financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP.
- You must be fluent in English and have working knowledge of Spanish, French, or Portuguese.
- You need to be proficient in the Microsoft Suite.
- You must have the ability to write and present concise analytical papers.
- You must be a national of an IDB member country.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Washington D.C., United States.
- This is a full-time, on-site position requiring 40 hours per week.
- The internship duration is fixed from January 16th to March 15th, 2027.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Inter-American Development Bank
The Inter-American Development Bank provides financing for economic, social, and institutional development projects. Founded in 1959, the organization works with 48 member countries across Latin America and the Caribbean. It offers technical assistance, policy advice, and research to support regional development. The bank maintains a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees and operates from its headquarters in Washington, DC.
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