About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship for undergraduate students interested in translation and document services. You will work on-site at our headquarters in Washington, D.C., for a fixed two-month term from January 16, 2027, to March 15, 2027. This program offers the chance to learn about development work and corporate management through on-the-job experience.
What you'll do#
- Use specialized computer-assisted translation tools to create translation memory databases.
- Align official documents using alignment software.
- Research and compile terminology for official Bank documents.
- Help develop in-house glossaries and style manuals.
- Conduct quality control reviews to ensure document accuracy and completeness.
- Produce draft translations for review and feedback by in-house staff.
- Assist with the implementation of language technology and analytics tools.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment as an undergraduate student in Literature, Language Studies, Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Translation, or a related field.
- Completion of at least two years of university studies.
- Graduation date must be after the internship period.
- Fluency in English and native or working knowledge of Spanish, French, or Portuguese.
- Citizenship of an IDB member country.
- Experience with computer-assisted translation tools and terminology management software is preferred.
- Ability to commit to 40 hours per week for the duration of the program.
- You must be a first-time participant in an IDB Group internship program and have no family members currently working at the Bank.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 16 to March 15).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
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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