The International Finance Corporation (IFC) - Global Internship Program (2025)

Deadline: March 02, 2025

Internships

International Organizations

Location(s)

  • United States of America
Washington D.C.

Overview

The Global Internship Program (GIP) offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of IFC and the broader World Bank Group and become part of the largest private sector development institution in the world. The program encourages individuals to bring new perspectives and innovative ideas to IFC’s work, while improving skills in a diverse and highly stimulating environment. Moreover, the Global Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and network with international professionals dedicated to ending extreme poverty and boosting prosperity in the developing world.

Details

Application and Selection Process

The Global Intership Program receives 5,000+ applications each year for approximately 70+ positions located in headquarters in Washington, DC and around the world.

For the year 2025, the application period will be from Tuesday, February 4th to Sunday, March 2nd, 11:59 pm UTC

IFC at a glance

IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries.

In fiscal year 2024, IFC committed a record $56 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. 

Opportunity is About

Eligibility

Candidates should be from:

Description of Ideal Candidate

Qualifications and Program Structure:

  • Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Masters’ degree level program, with at least two years of relevant professional experience. 
  • IFC hires Global Interns for a minimum period of four weeks between May and September to work on discrete projects in Washington, D.C. or in one of IFC's country or regional offices. Many of the posted opportunities are also open for virtual participation. 
  • Operational assignments cover various areas of work, such as participation in sector-specific market mapping, investment proposal reviews, financial modeling and analysis, portfolio management, upstream work and advisory services activities. Other assignments can cover a range of activities in corporate and support departments.
  • Global Interns also get access to corporate orientation, skills training, and regular learning events/activities for the GIP cohort.
  • Following a thorough evaluation process at the conclusion of the internship, successful GIP interns are encouraged to apply to the WBG Young Professionals Program should they meet such application requirements, or to any other full-time opportunity available after graduation.

Dates

Deadline: March 02, 2025

Cost/funding for participants

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