Applications for the first batch of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) 2023-24 internship program is now open. The Internship Program provides a project-focused learning opportunity twice a year for graduate scholars to acquire experience through research assignments based on ADB’s current operational needs.

ADB welcomes inspired, open-minded, and self-directed individuals from its member countries, including Afghanistan, to apply for this great opportunity.

Key Details

Application Period:

• 1st batch: 15 July to 15 September 2023
  • Onboard: January 2024 onwards
• 2nd batch: 1 December 2023 to 31 January 2024
  • Onboard: June 2024 onwards

Awarding Institution: Asian Development Bank (ADB) 

Duration of Internship: 8 to 11 Weeks

Location: Different Countries

Benefits of the ADB Internship Program

Asian Development Bank (ADB) provides the following stipends and costs for all interns during their stay:

• Accommodation
• Transportation
• Food expenses
• Part of the airfare

Furthermore, the ADB Internship Program offers the opportunity for the interns to:

• Work in a major international development organization
• Work with experienced and skilled professionals from over 50 different countries
• Gain a profound understanding of development finance and the ADB’s work impacts
• Contribute to ADB’s business through research outputs.

Eligibility Criteria

Internship applicants must meet fulfill the following requirements to be eligible for the ADB Internship Program:

• Hold enrolment in a Master’s- or PhD-level program at a school in one of the ADB member countries, both before and after the internship assignment
• Be involved in academic study in a field directly linked to ADB’s work
• Be a citizen of one of ADB’s members
• Have excellent proficiency in English
• Have professional experience of relevance to the assignment.

Selection Process

ADB assesses applications based on the following points:

• Eligibilities criteria set above
• The relevance of the scholarly study and work experience
• The level of passion and motivation to contribute to development work
• Institutional representation, gender, and nationality balance
• Only shortlisted candidates will receive a call.

Current Available Opportunities

Please choose from these opportunities and check all details before applying:

Source: Asian Development Bank (ADB) Website

How to Apply for ADB Internship Program?

Eligible applicants apply online through the ADB Career and Employment System (ACES).

Apply Now

To apply, please follow these instructions:

• Choose your assignment of choice on the website of ADB as it publishes it there.
• Prepare your CVs and answer the essay questions on the application page.
• Upload all documents (CV and essay) to ACES to complete the application.

Note: To avoid errors in submission, applicants should not wait till the last day of the application period to submit their internship applications. Grab this chance SOON!

Read more about the ADB Internship Program on the official website of the Asian Development Bank Website.

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