Construction and Project Management Intern

National Association of Women in Construction; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,320 - 33,480; Part time

Job summary

World Bank Group’s Internship Program offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high-impact learning experience at the heart of global development. The role involves assisting with construction and project management processes within the Center of Excellence, contributing to standard operating procedures and PMO tools adoption.

You will engage with global real estate initiatives, work with diverse teams in Washington, DC, and gain hands-on exposure to procurement, reporting, and

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in, or in the final year of, a master's program.
• 0–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Academic background aligned with architecture, design, engineering, construction, real estate, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies in real estate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing project management systems and reporting tools.
• Prepare templates for system adoption and standard operating procedures.
• Support training of project teams in PMO tools to enhance visibility and governance.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders across functions and locations.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree

Job description

The World Bank Group’s Internship Program, offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high impact learning experience at the heart of global development. Participants gain hands on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment, contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, and connect with international professionals working to end poverty on a livable planet.

Global Corporate Solutions, Corporate Real Estate and Center of Excellence
Reporting directly to the Managing Director and World Bank Group Chief Administration Officer (MDCAO), Global Corporate Solutions (GCS) brings together the functions of Corporate Security, Corporate Real Estate, and Corporate Services (such as food services, printing, travel, conferences, and translation and interpretation).

GCS’s Corporate Real Estate (GCSCR) division plays a crucial role in supporting IBRD, IDA, IFC, MIGA, and ICSID by developing and operating their real estate demands worldwide. GCSCR’s primary purpose is to create safe, cost effective, sustainable, and functional real estate solutions, enabling business units to perform their work program in line with the WBG’s mission to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet.

To achieve its purpose, GCSCR led by the Senior Manager, is structured into three divisions: (i) HQ Real Estate Development and Management (GCSHQ), which covers facilities based in Washington, DC, (ii) International Real Estate (GCSIR), responsible for facilities located overseas, and (iii) Corporate Real Estate, Center of Excellence (CoE) which serves as a central hub of expertise driving operational excellence, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring the successful execution of initiatives.

GCSCR is comprised of approximately 100 staff, leverages over 500 contractors, and manages an annual facilities capital investment plan of about $150 million globally. GCSCR works closely with the Regions on the Bank’s more than 190 locations.

Duties and Responsibilities

This position falls within the Center of Excellence (CoE) under the subject matter expertise of Construction and Project Management. Duties include:

Technology and Tools:

• Assist in the implementation, adoption, and ongoing optimization of project management systems, financial tools, and reporting solutions.
• Prepare templates to be used for the adoption of systems and tools.
• Assist to develop, maintain, and disseminate standard operating procedures, templates, tools, and best practices to support consistent and efficient project and portfolio execution.
• Assist with training project teams in the effective use of PMO tools and systems to enhance visibility, collaboration, and governance.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively across functions, levels, and geographic locations, engaging internal and external stakeholders including the Center of Excellence and project managers.

Global Procurement:

• Assist in the creation, justification, publication, evaluation and selection of vendors that are globally procured to support real estate initiatives.
• Review and analyze various contract vehicles for the procurement of general contracting services, design, and consultant services for design-build and design-bid-build.

Standards

• Assist in the creation and update of methodologies, and lifecycle standards to guide project managers and teams in the successful delivery of real estate projects.
• Help create and train real estate team on construction reference guides.

Selection Criteria

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or in the final year of postgraduate (master’s) program
• Candidates must have 0–5 years of relevant professional experience
• Academic background must align with the requirements outlined in the job description (i.e. architecture, design, engineering, construction, construction management, real estate, real estate management, procurement.)
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies for the real estate industry
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in diverse, team-based environments
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines
• Proficiency in English; additional languages a plus