WBG Pioneer - Macro and Operations Support Intern

The WBG Pioneers Internship Program offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high impact learning experience at the heart of global development. The intern will provide macro and operational support to the LC7 Country Management Unit in Buenos Aires, gaining hands-on experience in economic analysis and World Bank operations.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Follow-up and tracking of ongoing projects and activities across the CMU portfolio.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Students must meet No-Fee Internship Eligibility criteria as specified by WBG.

Skills

• Economic Analysis
• Research Skills
• Problem Solving
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Teamwork
• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• Artificial Intelligence

Languages

English, Spanish