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Job Title: 2026 Global Intern – Multiple Streams (Corporate & Research/Academic)

Work Location: Beijing, China (Home-based options available for select roles)
Job Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: 3–6 months (start dates: March 18, June 1, or June 29, 2025)
Education & Work Experience:  

• Currently enrolled in a full-time Master’s or PhD program at an internationally recognized institution, with intent to return to studies after the internship;

• Final-year undergraduate students may be considered for research-focused roles;

• Preferred fields: Human Resources, Management, Economics, Finance, Political Science, Social Sciences, Statistics, Computer Science, International Relations, Public Policy, or related disciplines.

Required Languages: Fluency in spoken and written English
Desired Languages: Chinese, French, Spanish, Arabic, or other UN languages

Vacancy Timeline: Rolling admissions
Apply Before: February 28, 2026 (GMT+8)

Details: https://www.aiib.org/en/careers/internships.html

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, data analysis, and drafting support on sustainable infrastructure, green finance, digital connectivity, and regional development;

• Contribute to knowledge products such as case studies, policy briefs, best practices, and impact reports;

• Support project teams in designing and implementing business solutions (Corporate Internship track);

• Carry out independent or faculty-supervised academic research aligned with AIIB’s strategic priorities (Research Internship track);

• Assist in preparing communications materials including speeches, social media content, infographics, success stories, and brochures;

• Collaborate on digital outreach campaigns across platforms such as LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and YouTube;

• Provide administrative and logistical support as needed;

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Competencies:

• Strong research, analytical, and writing capabilities;

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural, multilingual environment;

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks under deadlines with minimal supervision;

• Commitment to sustainable development, climate action, and inclusive economic growth;

• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity regarding gender, religion, nationality, ethnicity, and age;

• High standards of integrity, discretion, and professional ethics.

Required Skills and Experience:

Education:
Applicants must meet one of the following at the time of application:
a) Enrolled in a Master’s or doctoral degree program;
b) In the final year of a Bachelor’s degree program; or
c) Have recently graduated (within the past 12 months) with a relevant degree and be available to start the internship within one year of graduation.

Experience:  

• Prior internship or work experience in finance, international development, public policy, or consulting is advantageous;

• Familiarity with infrastructure financing, ESG principles, green bonds, or multilateral development banks is a plus;

• Experience in data analysis (e.g., Excel, Stata, Python, R) or qualitative research methods;

• Demonstrated interest in Asia’s development challenges and opportunities;

• Content creation, graphic design, or social media management skills are valued for communications-related roles.

Language Requirements:  

• Excellent command of English (written and oral) is required;

• Proficiency in Chinese or another UN language is an asset.

Financial Issues

• Interns will receive a stipend of USD 90 per working day, paid monthly;

• Stipends are subject to applicable taxes and are not provided if the intern is already fully funded by a university, government, foundation, or scholarship program;

• Interns are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, health insurance, and visa arrangements;

• Eligible candidates may also apply for supplementary funding such as the Rongchang Advanced Scholar Fellowship (offered by Fudan University and Shanghai Municipal Education Commission).

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank headquartered in Beijing, China. With a mission to “Finance Infrastructure for Tomorrow,” AIIB invests in sustainable, technology-enabled, and cross-border infrastructure projects across Asia and beyond. Since commencing operations in 2016, AIIB has grown to include 109 approved members worldwide and maintains a AAA credit rating from major international agencies. Guided by principles of lean, clean, and green governance, AIIB collaborates with partners to unlock new capital, promote regional connectivity, and support the global transition to a low-carbon, resilient future.

编辑：Iris