Paid Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Internship Program 2025 – Onsite & Remote Opportunities for Students and Graduates

Are you a student, recent graduate, or young professional looking to launch your career in international development? At the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and IDB Lab, we offer unique opportunities to gain hands-on experience, contribute to impactful projects, and grow your career while making a difference across Latin America, the Caribbean, and beyond.

The Inter-American Development Bank is seeking applications from students in the following fields:

✅ Business and Finance

✅ Communications and Marketing

✅ Data and Technology

✅ Economics and Research

✅ Environmental Studies

✅ Humanities and Social Sciences

✅ Law and Policy

✅ Linguistic Services

Why Choose an IDB Internship?

Our programs give students and recent graduates direct exposure to our organizational culture, diverse teams, and real-world projects. By joining us, you’ll take meaningful steps to shape your career in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusion.

• Paid Internships: Gain financial support while learning.

• Global Locations: Opportunities in Washington, D.C., country offices throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as Asia and Europe.

• Hybrid Work Model: Benefit from both in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

• Networking: Build professional relationships that strengthen your career in international development.

Internship Program at the IDB

Our internship program runs twice a year, offering intensive, full-time opportunities:

• Winter Internship: January 16 – March 15

• Summer Internship: June 16 – August 15

• Applications open about three months in advance.

During your internship, you’ll work closely with teams providing solutions to clients from the public and private sectors.

Internship Requirements

To apply for an IDB internship, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Citizenship:

  • For Washington, D.C. internships – be a citizen of one of our 48 member countries (no restrictions for IDB Invest).

  • For Country Offices – be a citizen or legal resident of the host country.

• Enrollment: Active undergraduate (3rd year or higher) or graduate student with at least 50% of coursework completed.

• Availability: Full-time (40 hours per week) for the program duration.

• First Job Rule: This must be your first job with IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.

• No Relatives: Applicants must not have family members working at the IDB Group.

Required Documents

• Resume (updated).

• University enrollment letter (issued within the last three months).

• Academic transcripts (official or unofficial, issued within the last three months).

What It’s Like to Be an IDB Intern

Hear directly from our interns:

• Tiny Mic Questions: Discover challenges conquered and lessons learned.

• Shua’s Journey: Experience working on Caribbean projects that advanced his career.

• Meet Nicolas: Learn how an intern in Uruguay contributed to local development.

These stories highlight how our internships empower young professionals to apply their skills while improving lives.

Young Women in Tech Program

At the IDB, we also invest in diversity and gender equity. Our Young Women in Tech Program provides one-year entry-level opportunities for women trained by Laboratoria Bootcamps in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be a citizen of an IDB member country.

• Be between 21 and 33 years old.

• Graduate of a Laboratoria Bootcamp (web development or UX design).

• Available to work full-time (in Washington, D.C., or remotely, depending on the role).

• First job with the IDB Group.

• No relatives employed at IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.

Applications open annually, and candidates may apply for up to three positions.

How to Apply

1. Explore available positions via our system or through Laboratoria Alumni job postings (for Young Women in Tech).

2. Create a user account and upload your documents (CV, transcripts, and certifications).

3. Apply to positions that align with your skills and interests.

4. Pre-selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Additional Resources

• Check out our FAQs for quick answers and helpful information!

• Application Tips: Learn how to prepare strong documents.

• Resume Guide: Insights from our recruiters on creating a standout CV.

• Internship Myth-Busting: Video resources to clear up misconceptions about working with the IDB.

Explore Career Opportunities Beyond Internships

Internships are just one way to join our team. The IDB also offers full-time positions and professional development programs to help you grow your career in international development.

Take your first big step with us and apply today to become part of a team that shapes the future of Latin America and the Caribbean.