Women’s World Banking is recruiting graduate student interns for its Fall 2026 cohort, working within the Women’s World Banking Institute — the organisation’s research and learning arm, which generates evidence-based insights and policy recommendations on women’s financial inclusion. With more than four decades of experience working alongside financial institutions, policymakers, investors and development partners, the organisation offers a close-up view of how research and advocacy translate into gender-focused financial products and policy.
Available Positions
Research Intern – Women’s World Banking Institute Supports qualitative and quantitative research on women’s financial inclusion, including literature reviews, data analysis and report preparation.
Policy Advocacy Intern – Women’s World Banking Institute Supports policy research and monitoring, analysis of national and global financial inclusion policies, and stakeholder engagement for advocacy initiatives.
A Leadership Training Programs Intern role has also been listed alongside these two positions; details on that role were not included in the source material reviewed for this listing, so interested candidates should confirm scope and requirements directly on the official careers page.
Format
Fully remote | Fall 2026 | Open until filled, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Key Focus Areas
- Research Intern: literature reviews, data collection and analysis, report preparation, and evidence-based projects examining barriers and opportunities for women’s economic participation
- Policy Advocacy Intern: monitoring policy developments, analysing national and global financial inclusion policy, supporting advocacy campaigns and preparing policy briefs
Who Should Apply
- Current graduate students
- Strong interest in international development, women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion, public policy, economics or related fields
- Excellent research, analytical and writing skills
- Able to work independently in a remote setting
What You Gain
- Hands-on experience with a leading global organisation focused on women’s financial inclusion
- Exposure to evidence-based research and policy advocacy
- Mentorship and professional networking in the development and financial inclusion sectors
- The chance to contribute to live projects advancing women’s economic participation
Note
Internships are typically unpaid; students may seek academic credit or external funding to support participation.
Application
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions remain open only until filled.
Official careers page: womensworldbanking.org
