The African Development Bank (AfDB) offers a unique opportunity for students to engage in a transformative learning experience through its AfDB Internship Program.
This initiative not only allows interns to gain invaluable professional and hands-on experience in a prestigious institution but also enables the Bank to tap into a diverse pool of potential candidates for future employment opportunities.
Interns who meet the qualifications will receive a monthly stipend as well as comprehensive health insurance coverage provided by the Bank, ensuring their well-being during the internship period.
The primary aim of the AfDB Internship Program is to furnish financial and technical assistance for innovative projects that have the potential to significantly reduce poverty and foster equitable, sustainable economic development across the continent.
The program focuses on five critical sectors namely energy, agro-business, industrialization, regional integration, and enhancing the quality of life for African citizens.
These areas have been strategically identified to amplify developmental impact and align with the goals of the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy for 2023–2032. By honing in on these focus areas, the AfDB aims to accelerate its contributions to Africa’s growth and prosperity.
Furthermore, the Internship Program is an integral part of a broader Talent Management Framework designed to help the Bank achieve its ambitious “High 5s” objectives and the overarching Ten-Year Strategy.
Applicants for the AfDB internship are selected through a competitive process, meticulously aligned with the Bank’s evolving business needs and requirements, ensuring that the best candidates are chosen to contribute to this vital mission.
Requirements:
You must fulfill the following requirements to be considered for an African Development Bank internship:
You must be no older than thirty (30) years old at the start of the internship program and have reached the age of majority in your country of nationality or origin.
Be a citizen of one of the nations that make up the AfDB.
Be presently enrolled in a master’s degree program in an accredited university, whether it be public or private.
Be citizens of the African Development Bank’s member nations.
Present a copy of the aforementioned degree or a letter from their school attesting to their enrollment.
You must speak English or French, the two working languages of the Banks, with ease.
Proficiency in the Bank’s common software programs, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, is required, familiarity with SAP is preferred.
Benefits of the Internship Program:
The Bank will provide you with medical insurance coverage for the duration of your internship.
A monthly stipend will be given to qualified interns.
Depending on the requirements of your particular hiring units, you will do your internship either on-site or remotely.
To provide seamless and continuous remote working, remote interns must have access to a personal computer, a dependable internet connection, and a comfortable living space.
Interns working on-site will be in charge of their maintenance and, if necessary, air transportation to and from the Bank’s location.
How To Apply:
If you are interested and eligible, submit your applications using the link below before November 20th, 2024 to be considered for the African Development Bank internship.
