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African Development Bank Internship 2025 Now Open! (Session 2) – Apply Before 31 May!

Are you a young African student dreaming of gaining real work experience at a world-class organization? 📚🌍
Here’s your big chance! The African Development Bank (AfDB) has officially opened applications for its 2025 Internship Program – Session 2 – and it’s loaded with opportunities!

If you’re studying for your Master’s degree and want to work with one of Africa’s biggest development banks, this is the perfect door to your future career. But hurry – the closing date is 31 May 2025!


🌟What Is the AfDB Internship Program?

The African Development Bank Internship Program helps young students like you gain professional experience and skills. Interns get to work in real departments like:

  • Agriculture 🌾
  • Engineering 🛠
  • Finance 💰
  • Human Resources 👩‍💼
  • IT & Data 📊
  • Communication 🗣
  • Legal Services ⚖️
  • And many more!

You could be working remotely or on-site at the Bank’s Headquarters in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire or in any of their regional or country offices.


🗓 Important Dates You Must Know

  • Applications Opened: 16 May 2025
  • Closing Date: 31 May 2025
  • Internship Starts: July 2025
  • Duration: 3 to 6 months

✅ Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the AfDB Internship, you must:

🔹 Be 30 years old or younger
🔹 Be a national of one of AfDB’s 81 member countries
🔹 Be currently enrolled in a Master’s level program OR have completed one within the last year
🔹 Speak English or French fluently
🔹 Be computer-literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; SAP is a plus)
🔹 NOT be a current employee, STS, consultant, or technical assistant at AfDB

📢 Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply!


💸 What Do You Get?

Selected interns receive:

  • A monthly stipend 💵
  • Medical insurance 🏥
  • Work experience in one of Africa’s most respected financial institutions
  • A chance to build a strong career network

🚨 Please Note: If you’re selected for an on-site internship, you’ll be responsible for your own travel and living expenses.


🌐 Where Will You Work?

Depending on your department, you’ll either:

  • Work remotely from your home, OR
  • Work on-site at one of AfDB’s offices (mostly at HQ in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire)

If you’re chosen for on-site work, AfDB will help with your visa process.


📚 Areas of Focus for Interns

Internships are available in many different areas, including:

  • Agriculture & Food Security
  • Economic Development
  • Infrastructure
  • Procurement
  • Governance & Policy
  • Risk & Compliance
  • Natural Resources
  • Human Capital
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Communications & Legal Affairs

👉 If your studies relate to the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy or “High 5” Goals, you stand a better chance!


📄 How to Apply?

All applications must be submitted online through the official AfDB website.

👉 Click here to apply: https://www.afdb.org

Make sure to attach:

  • Your updated CV
  • Letter from your university confirming your enrolment, OR
  • Copy of your degree certificate (if you graduated in the past year)

📌 Remember: Only complete applications will be considered!


❗Quick Tips Before You Apply

✔ Double-check that your CV is professional and up to date
✔ Make sure your documents are clear and readable
✔ Practice your English or French, depending on your language of submission
✔ Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues!


🚀 Don’t Miss Out – Apply Today!

This is a golden opportunity to learn from the best, gain experience that will supercharge your career, and network with professionals across Africa.

🔔 Deadline is 31 May 2025 – so don’t wait!

Published by
Ronald Williams

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