Graduate Intern

Job Description

About the Company

The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) is the leading source of financing and knowledge dedicated to improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Group comprises three distinct entities:

• IDB: Focuses on working with the region’s public sector and enabling the private sector.
• IDB Invest: Directly supports private companies and projects across the region.
• IDB Lab: Acts as an innovation laboratory, spurring entrepreneurial innovation.

About The Program: Winter 2026 Graduate Internship Program

This program offers graduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the IDB Group.

Key Program Details:

• Location: Washington, D.C.
• Modality: In Person
• Contract Type: Paid Intern Consultant
• Duration: 2 months, from January 16, 2026, to March 15, 2026.
• Work Schedule: 40 hours per week.

Internship Opportunities:

Candidates can select up to three (3) internship options from a diverse range of roles across IDB Invest and IDB, spanning various fields such as:

• Data Engineering & Analytics
• Accounting
• Investment Strategy & Research
• Trade & Supply Chain Analysis
• Knowledge Management (Legal, Andean Region)
• Regions Upstream (Central America, Amazonia)
• Energy Economics & Data Analysis
• Applied Economic Research (Agriculture, Behavioral Economics, Trade)
• Retirement Plans Investment Analysis
• Data Analysis (Education Programs, Development Impact)
• Data Analytics
• Data Management & Operations
• Geospatial Development & GIS Analysis
• Digital Finance Operations
• Financial Technology & Accounting Solutions
• Policy Analysis & Technical Cooperation (Citizen Security)
• Partnerships Solutions & Strategic Engagement
• Integrity and Compliance
• Human Resources (Special Programs, Learning and Development)
• Leadership Development & Organizational Effectiveness
• Housing & Urban Development Research
• Communications

Who Can Apply (Eligibility Requirements):

To be eligible for this program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen of an IDB member country. (Note: IDB Invest roles have no nationality restrictions).
• Be an active graduate student currently enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program.
• Have completed at least 50% of your coursework at the time of application.
• Have a graduation date after the internship period.
• Not have previously worked at the IDB Group under any contractual modality.
• Meet work authorization requirements:
• For U.S.-based international students, CPT/OPT may apply.
• For students based outside the U.S., the IDB Group will support your request for a G4 visa.

Application Process & Required Documents:

Before submitting your application, ensure you have the following documents ready, as applications missing any will NOT be considered:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae: Must include your expected graduation date.
• Official or Unofficial Academic Transcript: An official transcript will be required if selected.
• Active Student Certificate/University Letter: A letter confirming your student status.

Important Notes for Application:

• All documents must be saved in PDF format using the naming convention: `FirstName_LastName_DocumentType.pdf`.
• Cover letters are NOT required.
• Candidates must select up to three (3) internship options.
• Applicants are advised to carefully review the Internship Opportunities Terms of Reference (TORs).
• Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.