WBG Pioneer - Macro and Operations Support Intern

WBG Pioneer - Macro and Operations Support Intern

Description

WBG Pioneers, the World Bank Group’s Internship Program, offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high impact learning experience at the heart of global development. Participants gain hands on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment, contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, and connect with international professionals working to end poverty on a livable planet.

The LC7 Country Management Unit (CMU) is responsible for Bank operations in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, and is composed of a decentralized office in Buenos Aires, where the Division Director (DD) and the Operations Manager (OM) are based, an Anchor Office at Headquarters; and Country Offices in Asunción and Montevideo, each led by a Resident Representative (RR).

The CMU oversees a wide range of activities aligned with the World Bank’s five key verticals: Infrastructure, Planet, People, Prosperity, and Digital. These verticals reflect the Bank’s strategic approach to supporting sustainable development, including investments in resilient infrastructure, climate and environmental sustainability, human capital, inclusive economic growth, and digital transformation. The CMU manages a diverse portfolio of operations and analytical work across these areas, requiring strong coordination across teams and sectors. In addition, the Buenos Aires office works in close collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group (WBG), which focuses on promoting private investment and development.

The CMU is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to provide macro and operational support to the team in Buenos Aires. The selected intern will be based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and will work closely with economists and operational colleagues, reporting to the Operations Manager (OM). 

This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in macro and operational support, while also learning about World Bank projects, processes, and cross-institutional collaboration within the WBG. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

The intern will provide support to staff, while gaining exposure to WBG processes and operations. Responsibilities will include: 

1. Economic Analysis and Knowledge Work 

• Support the preparation and regular updating of macroeconomic notes, country briefings, and presentations for internal and external audiences. 

• Assist in the preparation of knowledge products such as policy notes, studies, etcetera. 

• Contribute to the collection, processing, and analysis of economic and fiscal data from national and international sources. 

• Monitor key macroeconomic and social indicators. 

• Provide administrative support to joint WBG activities, as needed. 

2. Operational Support 

• Follow-up and tracking of ongoing projects and activities across the CMU portfolio, gaining exposure to different stages of World Bank project cycles. 

• Review the quality of project documentation. 

• Assist with the upload and maintenance of documentation in internal World Bank systems. 

• Selectively participate in project missions during the preparation and/or implementation stages.

Selection Criteria

• Candidates must be in the final year enrolled in a Master’s degree in Economics, International Relations, or related fields. 

• No prior professional work experience is required. 

• Proficiency in English and Spanish. 

• Demonstrated interest in development work and WBG’s mission. 

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to work effectively in team-based environments. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and AI. 

Note 

No-Fee Internship Eligibility: This position is offered under the WBG Pioneers No-Fee Internship Track. Students may be offered a no-fee STT appointment provided that they either: (a) are enrolled in a Master's, PhD, or similar graduate program during the entire internship (or are in the fifth year or higher of a degree program in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages) and provide an official letter from their university confirming that the internship fulfills academic requirements for at least one term of study; or (b) are enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies and receive a stipend from their university at least equivalent to the minimum STT T1 fee level in effect at the start of the assignment, as confirmed by an official university letter.

Note: Please limit your applications to a maximum of three positions. Applications exceeding this limit will not be considered.

WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless of gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Sub-Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.