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ADB Internship Program
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
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Are you a masters or PhD student looking to step into international development?
Why us?
The opportunity:
Why you might love this opp:
Asian Development Bank 2026 Internship Program is officially open for applications! Graduate students can apply by 16 March 2026. The program is built around research assignments reflecting our current business needs. You will contribute to meaningful impact from day one through the project-oriented learning opportunity.
All interns will receive a stipend for the duration of the internship, unless they fall under a special arrangement category between select schools and ADB.
You will cover your accommodation, transportation, food expenses, and part of the airfare. It is also a strict requirement to purchase a comprehensive insurance coverage for the entire period of the internship prior to departure to Manila. ADB will cover a limited part of the airfare travel cost, should air travel be necessary between the internship location and the authorized point of origin (i.e. school location).
Key criteria:
To be eligible for the ADB Internship Program, you must:
- Be a national of an ADB member country.
- Possess an excellent command of English.
- Be enrolled in a Master’s or PhD-level program from a school in an ADB member nation for the entire duration of the internship.
- Be engaged in academic study in any of the diverse fields that are directly related to ADB’s work.
- Preferably have 2-3 years of relevant professional experience.
We embrace diversity and welcome applicants from a wide range of academic backgrounds.
How to apply:
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