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International Finance Corporation (IFC) FIG Western Africa Internship Program For Young Africans 2024

The Global Internship Program (GIP) offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of IFC and the broader World Bank Group and become part of the largest private sector development institution in the world. The program encourages individuals to bring new perspectives and innovative ideas to IFC’s work, while improving skills in a diverse and highly stimulating environment. Moreover, the Global Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and network with international professionals dedicated to ending extreme poverty and boosting prosperity in the developing world.

Program Structure

  • IFC hires Global Interns for a minimum period of four weeks between May and September to work on discrete projects in Washington, D.C. or in one of IFC’s country or regional offices.?Many of the posted opportunities are also open for virtual participation.?
  • IFC hires Global Interns for a minimum period of four weeks between May and September to work on discrete projects in Washington, D.C. or in one of IFC’s country or regional offices.?Many of the posted opportunities are also open for virtual participation.?
  • Operational assignments cover various areas of work, such as participation in sector-specific market mapping, investment proposal reviews, financial modeling and analysis, portfolio management, upstream work and advisory services activities. Other assignments can cover a range of activities in corporate and support departments.
  • Global Interns also get access to corporate orientation, skills training, and regular learning events/activities for the GIP cohort.
  • Following a thorough evaluation process at the conclusion of the internship, successful GIP interns are encouraged to apply to the WBG Young Professionals Program should they meet such application requirements, or to any other full-time opportunity available after graduation.

IFC Western Africa Internship

Application DeadlineFebruary 25, 2024
TypeGraduate Programme
SponsorInternational Finance Corporation (IFC)
GenderMen and Women
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Requirements for IFC Western Africa Internship

  • Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Masters’ degree level program, with at least three years of relevant professional experience. 

Duties and Accountabilities:  

  • Conduct market and industry research 
  • Analyze financial statements and build financial models  
  • Conduct company research (IDD process) 
  • Contribute, as needed, to other team efforts

Selection Criteria

  • Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree level program  
  • Preferred field of study: MBA and Master’s in finance  
  • 2-3 years of previous work experience 
  • Fluency in English and French (ability to read business reports) 

Application Deadline

February 25, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to International Finance Corporation (IFC) on worldbankgroup.csod.com to apply

Application and Selection Process

The Global Intership Program receives 5,000+ applications each year for approximately 70+ positions located in headquarters in Washington, DC and around the world.

For the year 2024, the application period will be from Tuesday, February 6th to Sunday, February 25th 11:59pm UTC.

For more information, visit www.ifc.org.


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