About the role#
The Inter-American Development Bank is hiring a Research Intern for the Institutional Capacity of the State Division. This is a paid, full-time internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will work from our headquarters in Washington, D.C., to gain professional experience in development work and corporate management.
What you'll do#
You will support the preparation of a knowledge publication focused on State Effectiveness and Institutional Capacity in Guatemala. Your daily tasks include:
- Conducting literature reviews on state capability, governance, public sector reform, and institutional capacity.
- Collecting and organizing qualitative and quantitative evidence regarding public sector performance in Guatemala.
- Assisting in the development of policy briefs, background papers, data summaries, and benchmarking exercises.
- Contributing to the publication's concept note, outlines, and draft sections.
- Preparing presentations, figures, tables, and references for internal and external audiences.
What you'll need#
- You must be an active graduate student (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, International Development, or a related field.
- You must have completed at least 50% of your required graduate coursework.
- You need fluency in English.
- You must demonstrate knowledge of literature review methodologies, public policy analysis, and qualitative or quantitative research.
- You need proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- You must be a national of an IDB member country.
- This must be your first time participating in an IDB Internship Program.
- You cannot have family members currently employed by the IDB or IDB Invest.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Term: January 16, 2027, to March 15, 2027.
- Commitment: Full-time (40 hours per week).
- Status: This is a paid, on-site position.
About Inter-American Development Bank
The Inter-American Development Bank provides long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development. Founded in 1959, the organization supports 48 member countries across Latin America and the Caribbean. It offers research, policy advice, and technical assistance to help plan and execute development projects. The bank maintains a staff of over 8,000 people and is based in Washington, DC.
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