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Apply for the World Bank Group’s premier internship program – WBG Pioneers

The World Bank Group has opened applications for its flagship internship programme, WBG Pioneers, a structured learning and professional experience initiative designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students seeking practical exposure to global development work.

This highly competitive programme offers selected participants the opportunity to work directly with World Bank Group teams, contribute to real development projects, and gain first-hand insight into how international institutions design and deliver solutions to global challenges.

Programme Overview

WBG Pioneers provides interns with meaningful assignments across a wide range of technical and operational areas, including economics, public health, education, agriculture, environment, urban development, engineering, social sciences, digital development, energy, private sector development, and corporate services such as finance, communications, information technology, and human resources.

Interns work alongside experienced professionals on active projects that support development priorities around the world. The programme combines practical work experience with professional mentoring and skills development.

Internship placements are primarily based at the World Bank Group headquarters in Washington, D.C., as well as in selected country offices, depending on operational needs.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit:

  • A curriculum vitae (CV)

  • A statement of interest

  • Proof of enrolment or academic transcript

Transcripts must clearly indicate final-year undergraduate status or current postgraduate enrolment. Once an application is submitted, it cannot be edited.

Applications are accepted online till 17 February 2026.

Scroll down for more details and click on the official link attached to apply for this opportunity.

Additional Information

Host Institution
World Bank Group
Program Type
Fully Funded
Program Benefits
Participants in the programme will:

- Gain hands-on experience in international development and public policy

- Contribute to impactful projects that support global development goals

- Build professional skills and networks within a leading multilateral institution

- Receive an hourly salary during the internship period

- Interns are responsible for arranging their own accommodation.
Eligibility Criteria
- For the Undergraduate Track: be a final-year bachelor’s degree student

- For the Postgraduate Track: be currently enrolled in a master’s or Ph.D. programme

- Have between 0 and 6 years of professional experience

- Demonstrate strong academic performance and relevant technical or computing skills

- The programme welcomes candidates from diverse academic and professional backgrounds and encourages applications from all regions.
Eligible Countries
ALL COUNTRIES

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