About the role#
The Inter-American Development Bank is hiring a graduate student for a paid, full-time internship during the Winter 2027 term. This position is based at our headquarters in Washington D.C. and focuses on supporting Enterprise Risk Management through AI-driven automation.
What you'll do#
- Explore and apply AI-enabled solutions to improve Enterprise Risk Management activities and strengthen risk analysis.
- Design and use AI tools to review process maps, flag gaps, and identify inconsistencies.
- Assist with risk and control inventory reviews by organizing documentation and process information.
- Support annual testing by preparing files, organizing evidence, and documenting observations.
- Compile updates and prepare summaries for the Annual Report, including the creation of dashboards and visual exhibits.
- Develop a roadmap with recommendations for leveraging AI capabilities across various processes.
What you'll need#
- You must be an active graduate student in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
- You must have completed at least 50% of your coursework at the time of application.
- You must be a national of an IDB member country.
- You cannot have family members currently employed by the IDB or IDB Invest.
- Fluency in English is required. A working knowledge of Spanish, French, or Portuguese is a plus.
- This must be your first internship with the IDB Group.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington D.C., United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: January 16, 2027, to March 15, 2027.
- Commitment: Full-time (40 hours per week).
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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