Internship at the World Bank — Checkout criteria, how to apply and other details

• The World Bank is inviting applications for its Bank Internship Programme, which is a part of their Summer Internship Programme 2022.
• The tenure for the internship is five months, starting from May to September.
• The last date to apply for the opportunity is January 31, 2022.

The World Bank is inviting applications for its Bank Internship Programme, which is a part of their Summer Internship Programme 2022. The tenure for the internship is five months, starting from May to September in Washington, DC.

The online application form is already out and the last date to apply for the opportunity is January 31, 2022.

The internship is available in development operations and other business units such as human resources, communications, accounting. However, the duration and availability in any unit depends on the global institution.

“The internship allows individuals to bring new perspectives, innovative ideas and research experience into the Bank's work, while improving skills in a diverse environment. In addition, it is a great way to enhance CVs with practical work experience,” says the World Bank on their official website.

Eligibility criteria for the internship programme —

1. Candidates must have an undergraduate degree and be enrolled in a full-time graduate study programme (PhD or master’s) with plans to return to school full-time.
2. There is no age limit for the programme.
3. Candidates should be fluent in English. However, knowledge of languages such as French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, and Chinese is desirable.
4. Women candidates with diverse professional and academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Other important information

The institution will pay an hourly salary to all interns and will provide an allowance toward travel expenses up to $3,000 at the discretion of the manager. These travel expenses can only include transport expenses (airfare) to or from the duty station city. Interns are responsible for their own accommodations.

How to apply for the internship programme?

1. Candidates will have to fill out an online application form here. Please complete the application within 90 minutes in one single session to avoid a system timeout.
2. Applicants must upload these documents — Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, Statement of Interest, proof of enrollment in a graduate degree.
   Note: Each file should not exceed more than 5 MB and should be in one of the following formats: .doc, .docx, or .pdf
3. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any further changes/updates.
4. Upon submission of your application you will receive an email confirmation providing you with your application number.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted or notified by the hiring managers. Candidates should note that they will hear from the managers only when they are shortlisted.

Candidates can seek more information here.

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