IDB. Water Security Program Support Intern, United States Washington D.C.

Inter-American Development Bank; Washington; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Inter-American Development Bank invites candidates for a 2-month Water Security Program Support Intern position in Washington, DC. This paid, consultant-type internship targets graduate students from member countries to gain on-the-job experience in development work and corporate management of the Bank.

As part of the Caribbean team in the Water and Sanitation Division, you will provide client and operational support, contribute to reports and analyses, and help prepare events and sector

Qualifications

• Active graduate student in a relevant field with graduation after internship.
• Strong English; working knowledge of another Bank language is a plus.
• Familiarity with water resources management and environmental resilience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to WSA in operational and analytical tasks.
• Prepare materials for client, donor, and partner coordination; assist with seminars and events.
• Identify and assess sector studies, guidelines, and notes on water-related topics.

Skills

Continuous learning

Collaboration

Client focus

Communication

Innovation

Education

Active graduate student in engineering/water resources/environmental sciences

Job description

IDB. Water Security Program Support Intern Job Description IDB. Water Security Program Support Intern City: Washington DC Company: IDB Posting End Date: 9/25/2026 11:59 PM EST

We improve lives

The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.

About this position

The IDBGroupis looking for an activegraduate studentto be hired as anintern under the Consultant modality.

The 2027 Winter Internship Program is a competitive paid opportunity, based in Headquarters, for university students from member countries to learn about development work and corporate management of the Bank, and toacquirework experience at the professional level through on-the-job learning.

What you’ll do

The consultant will support the Caribbean team within the Water and Sanitation Division, with a focus on client and operational support, on a demand basis.

• Provide technical support to WSA in its operational and analytical activities, including the preparation of reports, technical analyses, and presentations.
• Support the preparation of relevant materials for coordinating relationships with clients, donors, and regional and global strategic partners, including the preparation of seminars, workshops, and events, as needed.
• Support the identification, preparation, and assessment of sector studies, guidelines and technical notes, blogs, tools, and sector and Bank strategies addressing water supply, sanitation, desalination, engineering, and environmental aspects related to water resources management.

What you'll need

• Education: An active graduate student in engineering, water resources management, natural resource management; environmental sciences; economics, and geosciencesfrom an accredited University. The graduation date should be after the Internship period.
• Languages: Fluency in English with a working knowledge of one other Bank language (Spanish, French, or Portuguese) is a plus.
• Key Skills:Learn continuously,collaborateand share knowledge, focus on clients,communicateand influence, innovate and try new things.
• Soft Skills: Result-driven, collaborative, innovative, client-oriented, strong communicator, self-motivated, eager to learn, and excellent time management event.
• Technical skills: Experience in water management, environmental sustainability, and resilience. Familiarity with GEF- and GCF-funded projects, preferably in the LAC region, and proven experience in applied research related to water security, environmental resilience, and sustainable water management will be considered an asset.

Requirements

• Citizenship: Be a national of an IDB member country.
• Active student: Enrolled in a graduate (master's or Ph.D.) program as of the starting date of the internship program. The graduation date should be after the Internship period.
• Consanguinity: Not have family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB or IDB Invest.
• First job at the IDB Group: Be a first-time participant in an Internship Program held by the Bank or Inter-American Investment Corporation (Corporation also known as IDB Invest). In addition, you have not been a former staff member, Complementary Workforce (CW), contractor for the Bank or the Corporation, or have previously provided services to the Bank or the Corporation through a contractor or under any other contractual modality.

Type of contract and duration

• Type of contract: Intern Consultant
• Length of contract: Two (2) months
• Dates of the contract: January 16th to March 15th, 2027
• Location: Washington, D.C. - United States of America

*Internship dates may be adjusted slightly to accommodate holidays.

Our culture

At the IDB Group, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions. In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at [e-mail] .

About the IDB Group

The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.

About IDB

We work to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through financial and technical support for countries working to reduce poverty and inequality, we help improve health and education and advance infrastructure. Our aim is to achieve development in a sustainable, climate-friendly way. With a history dating back to 1959, today we are the leading source of development financing for Latin America and the Caribbean. We provide loans, grants, and technical assistance; and we conduct extensive research. We maintain a strong commitment to achieving measurable results and the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability.

About IDB Invest

IDB Invest, a member of the IDB Group, is a multilateral development bank committed to promoting the economic development of its member countries in Latin America and the Caribbean through the private sector. IDB Invest finances sustainable companies and projects to achieve financial results and maximize economic, social, and environmental development in the region. With a portfolio of $14.1 billion in asset management and 325 clients in 25 countries, IDB Invest provides innovative financial solutions and advisory services that meet the needs of its clients in a variety of industries.

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