World Bank Internship Program 2026

The World Bank Treasury sits at the critical intersection of global finance, capital markets, and international development. It manages the finances of IBRD (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development) and IDA (International Development Association), issues bonds, invests funds, and supports member countries in strengthening their financial systems.

For students and recent graduates passionate about finance and development, the Treasury offers rare opportunities to work at high impact, gain deep technical exposure, and join an alumni network shaping the future of global capital markets and development.

Internship Program: Summer 2026

Role & Duration
The Treasury Summer Internship is a 10-week, full-time, in-person program in Washington, D.C. (May 26 – August 3, 2026). Interns rotate through three different Treasury teams, spending three weeks per rotation, and complete a capstone project presented to Treasury management.

Onboarding & Rotations

• Onboarding Week: May 26–29
• Rotation 1: June 1 – June 19
• Rotation 2: June 22 – July 10
• Rotation 3: July 13 – July 31
• Capstone & Presentation: August 3
  Interns engage in weekly sessions with leadership, career and technical development workshops, and hands-on exposure to Treasury’s functions.

Compensation & Logistics

• Interns are paid between USD 21.80 (net, non-U.S. citizens) to USD 26.20 (gross, U.S. citizens) per hour for ~400 hours.
• Treasury provides laptops, office access, and covers visa sponsorship (G4 visa if needed)
• The internship is fully in-person; remote work is not permitted.

Pathway to a Junior Analyst Role
Outstanding interns may be invited to apply for Treasury Junior Analyst roles, a two-year position starting after graduation. These opportunities are competitive and aligned with Treasury’s departments (Capital Markets, Operations, Analytics, etc.).

Who Can Apply & Eligibility

Core Requirements

• Be in the second-to-last year of a 4-year undergraduate (or equivalent) program with expected graduation between December 2026 and September 2027
• Be in good academic standing
• Be available full-time for the entire 10-week internship period
• Have no concurrent employment or internship during the program

Preferred / Distinctive Criteria

• Background or interest in finance, economics, quantitative analysis, data, or related fields
• Demonstrated skills in quantitative analysis, programming (e.g. Python), financial/economic data handling
• Leadership, prior internships or work experience, strong communication skills, adaptability
• Fluency in a second language is an advantage

Ineligible Cases

• Students in master’s programs or those who have already earned a bachelor’s degree are not eligible for the internship

The Application Process & Timeline

• The application link is made live (typically via Indeed) in September each year.
• Applicants submit a one-page cover letter, a one-page resume, and an optional half-page personal statement.
• Completed applications are reviewed by a recruitment committee; some may take a remote test, followed by interviews for shortlisted candidates.
• Notification to applicants is made by December.

Why This Internship Is Unique

• Work with real financial instruments and capital markets in a development context
• Exposure to multiple Treasury teams and a panoramic view of how finance supports development
• Mentorship and networking with senior leaders in the World Bank Treasury
• A possible fast track to a Junior Analyst role and career in finance + development