World Bank Group Pioneers Internship 2027 | Paid Internship for Students and Early-Career Professionals

Introduction

The World Bank Group Pioneers Internship Program offers students and early-career professionals an opportunity to gain practical experience while contributing to projects that support global development. Participants can develop technical and professional skills while working alongside experienced professionals across a range of development-related sectors.

Scholarship Overview

About the Internship

The World Bank Group Pioneers Internship Program provides students and early-career professionals with the opportunity to gain practical experience while contributing to projects and initiatives related to global development. Internship opportunities can span areas including economics, agriculture, environment, engineering, human development, investment, urban planning, natural resources, and private-sector development.

The program is available to eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students and provides exposure to the World Bank Group's operations and professional working environment. Depending on available roles during the application period, opportunities may be offered in countries such as Kenya, Liberia, Mozambique, Nigeria, and South Africa.

Internship Benefits

Eligibility Criteria

• Undergraduate Track applicants must be in their final year of a bachelor’s degree.
• Postgraduate Track applicants must currently be pursuing a master’s degree or PhD.
• Applicants may have between 0 and 6 years of professional experience.
• Applicants should have relevant academic or professional interests aligned with available internship roles.
• Strong computing and technical skills are advantageous.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Statement of Interest.
• Proof of enrollment or education transcript.
• Undergraduate applicants must provide a transcript showing final-year bachelor’s status.
• Postgraduate applicants must provide a transcript confirming current master’s or PhD enrollment.

How to Apply

1. Press the Apply Now button below to access the official scholarship page.
2. Review the available World Bank Group Pioneers internship positions and identify a suitable opportunity.
3. Confirm that you meet the requirements for the relevant Undergraduate or Postgraduate Track.
4. Prepare your CV, Statement of Interest, and proof of enrollment or academic transcript.
5. Complete the online application and upload the required documents.
6. Submit your application before the August 12, 2026 deadline.
7. Press the Apply button below to visit the official application page.