African Development Bank Internship Program 2026 – Session 2

African Development Bank Internship Program 2026 – Session 2

Organization: African Development Bank (AfDB)
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire (Headquarters) and Regional/Country Offices
Deadline: April 08, 2026
Posting Date: March 25, 2026

About the African Development Bank

Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier pan‑African development institution, driving economic growth and social progress across 81 member states, including 54 African countries. The Bank provides financial and technical support for transformative projects that reduce poverty and promote inclusive, sustainable development.

Internship Opportunity: 2026 Internship Program – Session 2

The AfDB invites applications for its 2026 Internship Program – Session 2, designed to provide graduate students with practical experience in a leading international development institution. Interns are selected competitively based on the Bank’s business needs.

Strategic Focus Areas

Interns will be placed in departments aligned with the Bank’s Ten‑Year Strategy (TYS) and gender strategy. Key disciplines include:

• Agriculture
• Human Capital Development
• Engineering
• Investment and Finance
• Operations Management & Programming
• Sustainability and Risk Management
• Procurement and Performance Monitoring
• Governance, Natural Resource & Knowledge Management
• Economics, Statistics & Data Management
• Human Resources Management
• Information Technology & Digital Solutions
• Real Estate Management & Services
• Translation & Interpretation
• Communication & Legal Affairs
• Corporate Governance & Advisory Functions

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be nationals of AfDB member countries.
• Be not more than 30 years old at the start of the internship.
• Be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program at a recognized institution, or apply within one year of graduation.
• Provide proof of enrollment or degree completion.
• Be fluent in English or French (the Bank’s working languages).
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access); knowledge of SAP is desirable.

Internship Details

• Job Level: Graduate Internship
• Employment Type: Temporary (Internship)
• Location: AfDB Headquarters (Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire) and Regional/Country Offices
• Duration: Session 2, 2026

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit a complete online application along with a comprehensive CV via the AfDB careers portal:
👉 Apply Here

Why Apply?

• Gain hands‑on experience in international development projects.
• Work alongside experts in finance, governance, sustainability, and economics.
• Build a career foundation with Africa’s leading development institution.