Application now open: World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s Internship Program
The application process is now open for the 2025 Internship Program at the World Bank Legal Vice Presidency (LEG VPU). This World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s Internship program provides highly motivated law students with the opportunity to engage with the mission and operations of the World Bank, as well as the Legal Vice Presidency. Participants in the World Bank Legal Internship Program can introduce fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and recent research experiences into the daily functions of the World Bank, while simultaneously enhancing their legal skills in a diverse environment.
The World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s Internship Program aims to offer participants direct exposure to the daily workings of the World Bank through close collaboration with staff in the Legal Vice Presidency. As a member of our team, you will work alongside distinguished and inspiring development professionals and senior management, allowing you to contribute to the legal services provided by the Legal Vice Presidency and to take part in significant events and conferences held during your internship.
The World Bank Legal Internship Program is available three times a year, lasting a maximum of three months at the World Bank Headquarters in Washington, D.C., as well as in select country offices, for students currently enrolled in law school.
Are you eligible to intern with the Legal Vice Presidency?
Do you possess citizenship of any IBRD member state?
Are you currently enrolled in an LLB, JD, LLM, SJD, PhD, or an equivalent legal academic program during your internship period? (For instance, if you apply for the Summer Cycle of the Legal Internship Program, you must be enrolled in an eligible legal academic program from June to August.)
Do you have a strong command of the English language?
If you answered affirmatively to all these questions, you qualify to be an intern in the Legal Vice Presidency. Preference will be given to candidates who have a good command of a second language, particularly if it is one of the working languages of the IBRD (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
1. Spring Internship Program: World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s Internship Program
The application window will open on September 1 and close on September 30. The proposed duration of the internship is between 10 to 12 weeks, typically scheduled from March to May, contingent upon the organization’s needs. This program presents an outstanding opportunity for students seeking to acquire professional experience at the World Bank through externships while pursuing a full-time law degree or those enrolled in part-time or evening law programs. In accordance with the regulations set forth by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, students authorized for pre-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) may engage in part-time work (20 hours or fewer per week) during their academic sessions. All applications must be submitted within the designated application periods.
Program Details – World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s Internship Program
Visa: Participants in the World Bank Legal Internship Program are required to possess valid student visa documentation sponsored by their educational institutions. The World Bank will only assist in obtaining visa documentation for participants in exceptional circumstances.
Cost: The World Bank will not provide financial remuneration to participants of the World Bank Legal Internship Program. However, each intern must receive compensation in accordance with World Bank Group policies, which may include (i) monetary fees or compensation from the university or another sponsoring organization that is acceptable to the Bank, or (ii) academic credit that aligns with the Bank’s fee structure. Therefore, students participating in the World Bank Legal Internship Program must secure appropriate funding sources for the duration of their internships.
1. Medical Insurance: It is the responsibility of World Bank Legal Interns to secure their own medical insurance, covering any expenses related to accidents or illnesses that may occur during the internship. Interns must provide evidence of valid major global medical insurance coverage.
Selection Process: The selection of World Bank Legal Interns will occur through a competitive process. The World Bank Group is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.
Onboarding: The World Bank Legal Vice Presidency will conduct a brief onboarding session at the start of the Summer, Fall, and Spring Internship Programs for the new cohort.
Performance Evaluations: The World Bank will not conduct performance evaluations for participants in the Legal Internship Program.
It is important to understand that applying for or participating in the World Bank Legal Internship Program does not guarantee employment with the World Bank upon completion of the program.
Application Process World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s Internship Program: To apply, please submit the following documents via the provided link:
– Résumé
– Statement of Interest
– Proof of enrollment in a law degree (LLB, JD, LLM, SJD, PhD, or equivalent) along with academic transcripts.
– A short essay responding to a research question posed by the Legal Vice Presidency for the current application period.
Application – World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s Internship Program
- For details visit the official webpage of the World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s Internship Program.
- Deadline is September 30, 2024
