WBG Pioneer - Environmental and Social Development Intern

WBG Pioneer - Environmental and Social Development Intern

Job #: req37624 Organization: World Bank Grade: T4 Location: Nairobi,Kenya Hiring Manager:Kate Wallace

Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): French would be an advantage Closing Date: 8/12/2026 (11:59pm UTC)

Description

WBG Pioneers, 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.

The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) is a member of the World Bank Group (WBG) with a mission to promote direct foreign investment into developing countries to support economic growth, poverty reduction, and sustainable development. Sustainability is a strategic priority for MIGA. Through its Sustainability and Climate teams, MIGA works with clients and project stakeholders to identify, assess, manage, and monitor environmental and social (E&S) risks and impacts associated with projects supported by MIGA guarantees. The Environmental and Social Development Intern will support MIGA’s E&S specialists in the E&S due diligence, monitoring, and reporting of projects across industries. The Environmental and Social Development Intern will be based at the MIGA office in Nairobi, Kenya and will be part of the MIGS1 unit.

Duties and Responsibilities

The E&S Development Intern will support the E&S team with the following:

- E&S due diligence (ESDD) of projects including but not limited to:

o Preliminary screening of E&S risks and impacts of a project, including RepRisk, IBAT, media, and CSO attention/human rights screening;

o Inputting into ESDD-related documentation (early screening; Environmental and Social Review Summary and project review committee);

o Development and preparation of ESDD materials (questionnaires, agendas, site visit back to office reports);

o Expert-specific support (social, biodiversity, labor, occupational health and safety, climate);

o Reviewing client-submitted E&S documentation for completeness and quality;

o Assisting in the preparation of Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAPs).

- Monitoring of Projects:

o Reviewing Annual Monitoring Reports (AMRs) and preparing AMR review reports;

o Drafting and reviewing self-evaluation reports;

o Data analysis and assessment of the E&S portfolio, including trend identification and risk flagging;

o Assisting in the preparation of portfolio-level reporting on E&S performance;

- Initiatives:

o Development of templates for ESDD and monitoring;

o Development of AI prompts and tools for E&S-related activities;

o Development of the E&S handbook for MIGA;

o Supporting internal knowledge-sharing sessions or training materials on E&S topics for MIGA staff;

Selection Criteria

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or in the final year of, a postgraduate (master’s/PhD) program

• Candidates are not required to have prior professional experience.

• Academic background must align with the requirements outlined in the job description

• Demonstrated interest in development work and the World Bank Group’s mission

• 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; French would be an advantage.

Note: Please limit your applications to a maximum of three positions. Applications exceeding this limit will not be considered.

WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

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.