World Bank Legal Internship Program (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the World Bank Legal Internship Program (Summer 2026), a prestigious opportunity in the legal field for currently enrolled law students worldwide. This program provides hands-on experience in international development law at the World Bank’s Legal Vice Presidency. It is a paid internship (or provides academic credit from your university), with remuneration available from the World Bank Group (WBG)

It is open to eligible applicants from all nationalities who hold citizenship of any IBRD member state (which includes most countries worldwide).The application deadline is February 13, 2026 (11:59 PM UTC). There is no application fee. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Program Type: Internship
• Degree Level: Undergraduate/Graduate.
• Host Country: United States
• Application Deadline: February 13, 2026 (11:59 PM UTC)
• Duration: 10-12 weeks (Summer 2026 cycle)
• Open to Nationalities: All nationalities eligible if holding citizenship of an IBRD member state (most countries qualify)

What This Internship Offers:

• Mentorship from top World Bank legal experts and senior leaders in a collaborative environment.
• Remuneration from the World Bank Group (or academic credit from your university).
• Hands-on skills in legal research, drafting, analysis, and international policy.
• Involvement in high-profile events, conferences, and project teams.

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Remuneration: Paid stipend/salary from the World Bank Group (exact amount not specified publicly; competitive hourly rate typical for similar programs).
• Alternative option: Academic credit from your university (instead of payment, if preferred by your school).
• Be a citizen of any IBRD member state (covers nearly all nations).
• Be currently enrolled in a law degree program (e.g., LLB, JD, LLM, SJD, PhD, or equivalent) and remain enrolled during the internship period.
• Demonstrate strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Have excellent command of English (required).
• Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is preferred.

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How to Apply:

1. Prepare your documents: Updated CV/résumé, statement of interest, proof of current enrollment, academic transcripts, and any required essays or responses (check the portal for specifics).
2. Submit your application online via the official World Bank careers portal before February 13, 2026.

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