Are you ready to take your first step towards a career in international development and infrastructure investment? The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is pleased to announce an early call for expressions of interest for our 2025 Global Internship Program. This is a unique opportunity for highly motivated individuals to gain unparalleled experience at a young and dynamic multilateral development bank committed to fostering sustainable economic development and improving infrastructure in Asia.

About the Global Internship Program

The AIIB Global Internship Program is designed to provide young professionals with:

  • Hands-on Experience: Engage directly with AIIB’s projects, initiatives, and operations.
  • Professional Development: Work alongside experienced professionals in a multicultural environment.
  • Exposure to MDB Work in Infrastructure Financing: Understand the unique challenges and opportunities of infrastructure financing in Asia.
  • Networking Opportunities: Build connections with industry leaders and experts in the field of international development and finance.

Learning and Exposure

Interns at AIIB can expect a rich learning experience, including but not limited to:

  • Research and Analysis: Conduct research on policy issues, investment strategies, and emerging markets.
  • Technical Skills: Develop skills in financial modeling, data analysis, and project appraisal.
  • Innovation and Sustainability: Contribute to AIIB’s initiatives in promoting sustainable and innovative solutions to infrastructure challenges.

Eligibility

Applicants must have excellent academic records and professional qualifications while possessing strong communication, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills. The program is open to candidates of any citizenship.

  • Education: Candidates must be enrolled in a full-time masteral or doctoral study program from an internationally recognized institution with plans to return to school. Candidates working toward degrees in areas aligned with AIIB’s institutional goals are preferred.
  • Experience: Relevant professional work experience (including summer jobs and internships) would be an advantage, but not necessary.
  • Communication: Fluent in oral and written English.

To submit an expression of interest:

  • Complete the online application
  • You will be invited to our chat-based screening process which will take around 5 minutes to complete.

Support provided to Interns: Interns will receive USD90 per workday plus roundtrip flight ticket to Beijing.

Early Call for Expressions of Interest: 2025 Global Internship Program:

This early call for expressions of interest aims to identify potential candidates who will be kept informed about the official opening of the application process. Interested candidates are invited to submit their expressions of interest to be included in our notification list for upcoming updates.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Selection Timeline:

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. We believe our strength comes from having a team with diverse skills, experiences, and abilities, selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people both within and outside AIIB member countries, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation.

Join AIIB and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while advancing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.

  • STEPS
  • TIMELINE
  • Program Launch
  • December 2024
  • Acceptance of Applications
  • December 2024 to February 2025
  • Application Deadline
  • February 16, 2025
  • Selection Process
  • Mid-February to April
  • Offer to Successful Candidates
  • April onwards
  • Program Start / Onboarding
  • July 1, 2025