About the role#
The Inter-American Development Bank is seeking an undergraduate student for a paid internship to support the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Compliance Function. This role involves assisting with oversight responsibilities, including risk assessment, control testing, and data analysis. You will work on-site at our headquarters in Washington, D.C. for a two-month term during the winter of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Provide analytical and administrative support to the AML/CFT Compliance Function.
- Assist in the planning and coordination of the AML/CFT controls testing exercise.
- Support the maintenance of the AML/CFT Risk and Control Matrix.
- Collect, organize, and review control documentation and evidence provided by business units.
- Assist in documenting business processes and controls.
- Support the testing of control design and operating effectiveness under the supervision of compliance staff.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment as an undergraduate student in Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance, Data Analytics, Law, International Relations, or Information Systems.
- Graduation date scheduled after the internship period.
- Completion of at least the second year of undergraduate studies at the time of application.
- Fluency in English, with knowledge of Spanish, French, or Portuguese considered an asset.
- Citizenship from an IDB member country.
- Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for the duration of the program.
- Status as a first-time participant in an IDB Group internship program.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, D.C., United States.
- Term: January 16, 2027, to March 15, 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Application requirements: You must submit a resume, academic transcripts, and a university letter certifying your student status. All documents must be in PDF format.
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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