Internship opportunity in the world’s leading bank. Applications are open for the World Bank Pioneers internship 2026. The World Bank Group has announced various internship positions for its Washington, D.C., and World Bank country offices worldwide, and invites applications from talented students from around the world to contribute to the World Bank’s work and gain direct exposure to its operations. The Pioneer internship is the World Bank Group’s premier internship program designed for talented students currently enrolled in Undergraduate or Graduate (master’s & PhD) programs to gain real-world work experience while engaging in impactful projects under the mentorship of World Bank experts. The internships are offered in a wide range of areas. Students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The duration of the pioneer internship is 3-6 months, during which the interns will actively contribute to World Bank projects across different functions. The World Bank offers interns an hourly salary at a competitive rate to cover their living costs. No application fee is required last date for application submission is February 17th, 2026. Read more details below.
Details About World Bank Pioneers Internship 2026
| Internship By | World Bank Group |
|---|---|
| Eligible Countries | Open for All |
| Location | Washington DC & Other Country Offices |
| Duration | 3–6 Months |
| Tracks | Undergraduate & Graduate Track |
| Application Window | January 19th – February 17th, 2026 |
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Internship Areas
The Pioneers internship welcomes individuals with an interest in support functions and operations across a wide range of areas, including:
- Environment, Agriculture, Information technology, Finance, Accounting, Public health education, population, human health, private sector development, and more.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria for the WBG Pioneers internship:
- WBG Internship is open to all nationalities
- Undergraduate track: students must be in the final year of a bachelor’s degree
- Graduate track: students must be in a Master’s or PhD degree program
- No prior work experience required
- Applicants with professional work experience would be an asset
- Demonstrate excellent academic achievements
Benefits
The internship offers a wide range of benefits, including:
- Gain hands-on experience while contributing to the World Bank’s work
- Work under the supervision of World Bank experts
- Internships are available in a wide range of areas
- Interns will gain valubale skills, knowledge, and networks.
- Interns will recieve a competitive hourly allowance
Required Documents
- An updated CV
- Statement of Interest
- Proof of enrollment
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How to Apply?
The application process for the WBG Pioneers Internship Program 2026 is online via offical World Bank Group portal. Students meeting the above criteria need to visit the offical link, create an account, and apply up to three positions by completing the online application and providing the required documents.
Deadline: February 17th, 2026.
To apply and for more details, visit the official link below
WBG PIONEERS INTERNSHIP OFFICIAL LINK
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