Applications are now open for the 2025 World Bank Accountability Mechanism (AM) Dispute Resolution Service (DRS) Internship. The World Bank Accountability Mechanism (AM) Dispute Resolution Service (DRS) offers highly-motivated young professionals from the global south an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of the World Bank Accountability Mechanism.

Selection Criteria

• Degree in a relevant subject, such as law, social science etc, with relevance to dispute resolution work or accountability in an international context. Advanced academic qualifications or relevant professional experience will be considered an asset.
• Professional interest in community-level development and social and environmental issues.
• Keen interest in working in an international environment and understand complex geopolitical and cultural differences.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• A team player with a demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues.
• Excellent English communication skills. Please include a tailored cover letter with your application, which outlines why you should be considered a suitable candidate for the position.
• Additional language skill is desirable (e.g., French, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Swahili or any other language relevant the work of the Accountability Mechanism)
• Flexibility with travelling and working hours.

Application Process:

• Please complete your application through this link.

Note: Please use your Google account to access the application form. If you do not have a Google account, this link will prompt you to create one free of charge.

Location: Washington, DC

Cost: Fully funded

Duration: Six months

Visa: Support will be provided to successful candidates to obtain the necessary work visa for the period of the internship.

For More Information:

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Application Deadline:  December 30, 2024 at 11:59pm UTC.