About the role#
The World Bank Treasury internship provides undergraduate and postgraduate students with experience in global development finance. You will work full-time for ten weeks in Washington, DC. The program includes an onboarding week followed by rotations through three different Treasury teams. Each intern is paired with a mentor and coordinator to provide guidance during their time in each department.
What you'll do#
- Rotate through three different Treasury teams in three-week intervals.
- Conduct asset and liability management for IBRD, IDA, and IFC balance sheets.
- Collaborate with member countries to help build financial market capacity.
- Engage in weekly discussions with the program director.
- Attend technical and career-focused sessions with Treasury officers and managers.
- Present a capstone project to the Treasury management team at the end of the summer.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or postgraduate student.
- Interest in global development.
- Academic background in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC, United States.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 1st through August 9th).
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About The World Bank Group
The World Bank Group provides financial and technical assistance to developing countries. It consists of five institutions including the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association. The organization operates as a nonprofit entity with over 10,000 employees. It is based in Washington, DC. The group supports projects in areas such as health, education, infrastructure, and agriculture.
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