Institutional Engagement and Regional Cooperation Intern
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond—infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity.
The Operational Partnership Department (OPD), under the Vice Presidency, Policy and Strategy, is responsible for managing and coordinating the operational partnerships between AIIB and relevant multilateral organizations, fora and stakeholders, administering the Bank’s Special Funds resources including performing the role of Implementing Partner of selected partnership facilities, as well as managing the Bank’s engagement with regional coordination mechanisms, with the objective of building relationships that can mobilize additional resources for AIIB’s investment operations. The Institutional Engagement and Regional Cooperation Team under the OPD department is in charge of overall relationship management and strategic alignment with sovereign and non-sovereign partners, originating and managing technical partnerships and providing upstream support.
OPD is looking for an intern for Institutional Engagement and Cooperation whose primary responsibility will be to provide comprehensive analytical, operational, and coordination support to our global policy engagement workstream.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of the Bank's participation in high-level international conferences taking place in June-September 2025, including Financing for Development (FfD4), G20 meetings and United Nations General Assembly.
- Provide support to the Bank’s engagement in global policy fora and multilateral affairs, including the collaboration with the Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), G20, United Nations and other key stakeholders.
- Provide coordination / logistical support to the Bank’s Annual Meeting in June 2025 in Beijing.
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a Masters/MBA or PhD program, preferably specialized in international relations, political science, economics, or public policy, or other relevant fields from a reputable university.
- Passion for international development/area of interests.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Great team player.
- Fluent in oral and written English.
AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation.
Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.
Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.
* Closing Date: All opportunities close at 11:59 p.m. (GMT+8) on the dates listed.
** Job Type: Recruitment of staff is conducted through a merit-based competitive selection process. AIIB shall strive to provide employment opportunities open to all suitably qualified applicants, regardless of religion, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.
