2027 Internship Programme — Session 1 (African Development Bank)

About this opportunity

The African Development Bank's 2027 Internship Programme Session 1 is part of a wider Talent Management Framework that helps the Bank deliver on its Ten-Year Strategy (2023–2032). Its four cardinal points — unlocking capital at scale, reforming Africa's financial architecture, harnessing the demographic boom to drive economic growth, and building climate-resilient infrastructure and value addition — guide selection. The programme's broad objectives are to give students professional and practical experience at the Bank, and to give the Bank a pool of potential candidates for future recruitment. Applicants should not expect the internship to lead to immediate employment. Selected interns are deployed across various departments at headquarters in Abidjan as well as the Bank's Regional and Country Offices, and may work remotely or on-site depending on the needs of the hiring unit. Session 1 commences in January 2027.

Who can apply

• Have attained the age of majority in their country of nationality
• Not more than 30 years old at the time the internship commences
• Currently enrolled in a master's-level degree programme at a recognised public or private university
• Field of study must fall within the Bank's job families
• Relevant fields include agriculture, engineering, finance, economics, statistics, sustainability, risk management, procurement, ICT, human resources, legal, communication, translation and interpretation, governance, and capacity development
• Special consideration for students working on projects directly bearing on the Bank's mission

What you get

• Monthly stipend paid during the internship
• Medical insurance coverage paid by the Bank
• 3 to 6 month placement at a premier pan-African development institution
• Deployment across HQ, Regional Offices and Country Offices
• Remote or on-site arrangements depending on the hiring unit
• Assistance obtaining entry and residence visas
• Pipeline for future recruitment at the Bank

How to apply

1. 1
   Review eligibility

   Check that you meet all criteria before starting your application.

2. 2
   Prepare documents

   Gather transcripts, recommendation letters, and any required essays or statements.

3. 3
   Submit application

   Apply directly through the official link below. Deadline: 12 October 2026.