Kuwait Country Operations Intern

Program Overview

The World Bank Group (WBG) Pioneers Internship Program in Kuwait provides high‑potential undergraduate and postgraduate students with hands‑on exposure to development work across key sectors. The program supports the WBG’s engagement in Kuwait by contributing to analytical work, stakeholder engagement, and operational support in areas such as private sector development, public sector reform, communications, and country operations.

Interns are embedded within different WBG units including IFC, CMU, ECR, and GGP, contributing to ongoing projects aligned with Kuwait’s development priorities such as supporting economic diversification, strengthening institutional capacity, enhancing private sector participation, and promoting knowledge exchange.

Across all tracks, interns will be expected to:

• Conduct background research and contribute to analytical work including sector briefs, policy notes, and presentations.
• Support preparation of reports, concept notes, and internal/external communications materials.
• Assist in organizing meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements with government counterparts and partners.
• Compile and analyze data to inform project activities and country engagement strategies.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to project teams as needed.

Track‑specific responsibilities:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or in the final year of, a postgraduate (Master’s or PhD) program in a field relevant to the selected internship track.
• Candidates must have 0–2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Academic background must align with the requirements outlined in this posting.
• Demonstrated interest in multilateral‑led development agenda, particularly in areas relevant to WBG’s work in Kuwait and the broader MENA region.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse, team‑based environments.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced setting.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
• Must be a national of the State of Kuwait.

The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless of gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Sub‑Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.