Intern

Internship Programme 2024

The New Development Bank (“NDB”) is a multilateral development bank established by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) with the purpose of mobilizing resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in emerging markets and developing countries (EMDCs). 

Our strong mandate and potential put us in a unique position to contribute to the global growth and development not only of our member countries but also our young talents.

As part of our drive to create a talent intensive organisation, we invite young talents from our member countries to apply and participate in our Internship Programme.

The New Development Bank provides internship opportunities to students, who are currently studying or will study in fulltime graduate/postgraduate studies or recently graduated, to develop their skills and gain working experience in a dynamic multicultural environment.

NDB is inviting applications for the positions of Intern, which are non-full time staff. Based on the needs of the Bank, as well as the field of study of the candidates, their motivation and aspirations, the successful candidates will be assigned to Departments and Divisions of NDB. 

Under the leadership and guidance of the managers and expert professionals, Interns will gain valuable on-the-job learning and experience in a dynamic multicultural environment.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

To be eligible for an Internship, students must meet the following requirements:
•    National of a member country of NDB
•    Not older than 30 years of age (at time of application)
•    Fluency in English
•    Not more than 1 year of work experience 
•    Completed graduate/ postgraduate studies within 12 months, or currently studying or is enrolled/offered in a post graduate study in the field related to the business of the NDB, such as: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law, Business Administration, Human Resources, Environmental Science and Social Sciences, and so forth.
•    Be available to work fulltime during the internship programme.

Application and Selection

The procedure of the pilot internship programme is demonstrated below:

1. Job Posting and Applying 
2. Applications screening by HRD
3. Reporting manager shortlist
4. Interview
5. Appointment approval
6. Onboarding

The below documents are mandatory for submission when applying:
•    Latest CV
•    Latest transcript
•    Evidence of enrollment in the postgraduate study

All applications are stored in a database which is consulted by hiring managers based on business needs.  

The shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview with hiring managers. The Bank may use competencies assessment instruments if/when needed.

Please note that candidates will not hear from us unless they are shortlisted by a hiring manager that is looking to hire an Intern.

Before commencement of work every new intern should complete the joining formalities including but is not limited to review and acceptance of various policies and regulations of the Bank, e.g. the Code of Conduct and Ethics.
 

Stipend: USD 150 per working day
 

Duty Station: Driven by business needs, the Intern positions are based in NDB Headquarters, Shanghai, China, or in the regional offices of the Bank. Unless otherwise authorized, interns shall work on the Bank’s premises in the duty station.

Internship Period: The initial internship period will be for a minimum of 1 month and a maximum of 3 months, subject to the availability of the candidates, business requirements, and visa eligibility. 

Note: 

The interns must not concurrently be employed in another full time or part time positions or internship programmes with other organizations whilst they are doing an internship with NDB.

The Bank will not appoint anyone as an intern, who is a spouse, domestic partner, or close relative of the Bank’s staff, consultant, or official or who is a close relative of the spouse or domestic partner of a Bank staff, consultant, or official. 

For candidates based in Russia, if you face any technical difficulties, please email your resume and cover letter to career@ndb.int with the Job Title and Requisition Number in the email subject line.