About the role#
The Inter-American Development Bank is seeking a graduate student for a paid internship within the Caribbean Department Economics team. This role provides an opportunity to gain professional experience in development work and corporate management. You will work on-site at our headquarters in Washington, D.C.
What you'll do#
- Support the preparation of Caribbean economics periodicals by gathering, analyzing, and drafting data.
- Provide research support for ongoing and emerging department activities.
- Assist with partnership agendas, including the Caribbean Debt Forum, the Caribbean Debt Managers Working Group, and the IDB UWI Fiscal Research Center Partnership.
- Analyze data and prepare clear, concise written materials.
- Contribute to other activities based on your specific skills and experience.
What you'll need#
- You are currently enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program in Economics, Political Science, International Relations, Statistics, Business Administration, Finance, Data Science, or Mathematics.
- You have completed at least 50 percent of your graduate coursework.
- You possess strong drafting and written communication skills in English.
- You have research experience, including conducting studies and analyzing findings.
- You are fluent in English and have a working knowledge of Spanish, French, or Portuguese.
- You are a national of an IDB member country.
- You have not previously worked for the IDB or IDB Invest as a staff member, contractor, or through a complementary workforce.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, D.C., United States.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 16 to March 15, 2027).
- Modality: This is a full-time, on-site position requiring 40 hours per week.
- Eligibility: You must be a first-time participant in an IDB Group internship program and have no family members currently working at the IDB or IDB Invest.
About Inter-American Development Bank
The Inter-American Development Bank provides long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development. Founded in 1959, the organization supports 48 member countries across Latin America and the Caribbean. It offers research, policy advice, and technical assistance to help plan and execute development projects. The bank maintains a staff of over 8,000 people and is based in Washington, DC.
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