WBG Pioneer - Public Financial Management (PFM) Intern

The World Bank Group is a global organization focused on ending poverty and promoting sustainable development. They are seeking a highly motivated intern to support their Public Financial Management (PFM) work program, providing hands-on experience in analytical, operational, and knowledge activities related to modern public financial management reforms.

What you'll do:

• Conduct analytical research on international Public Financial Management practices and reforms
• Support the preparation of global knowledge products on spending reviews, green budgeting, performance budgeting, and medium-term budgeting
• Contribute to comparative research, literature reviews, benchmarking exercises, and data analysis
• Assist in preparing technical notes, presentations, country briefs, and policy guidance
• Support operational engagements and technical assistance provided to client countries
• Contribute to organizing webinars, workshops, training events, and knowledge-sharing activities
• Participate in internal meetings, technical discussions, and peer review processes
• Assist with knowledge management activities, including maintaining databases, compiling country examples, and documenting good practices
• Undertake additional assignments as requested by the TTL and Practice Manager

What they're looking for:

• Enrollment in a Master's or PhD program in Public Policy, Public Administration, Economics, Public Finance, Political Science, International Development, or a related discipline
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Strong interest in Public Financial Management reforms and fiscal policy
• Knowledge of one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: Spending Reviews, Green Budgeting, Performance Budgeting, Medium-Term Budget Frameworks (MTBF/MTEF), Public Expenditure Management, Fiscal Governance
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and policy writing skills
• Experience conducting research and synthesizing complex information into concise analytical products
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within multicultural and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for learning in a fast-paced international environment
• Knowledge of additional languages is an asset – French - Spanish
• Familiarity with statistical software or data visualization tools

Benefits:

• Internship period: October 2026 – March 2027
• Location: World Bank Headquarters, Washington, D.C. (hybrid arrangements may be considered subject to team needs).
• Working hours: Up to 30 hours per week
• Opportunity to participate in seminars, technical discussions, learning events, and networking activities across the World Bank Group