Asian Development Bank Internship 2024

Are you a passionate student eager to make a meaningful impact in the field of regional cooperation and green development? The Asian Development Bank (ADB) offers an exciting internship opportunity within its Central and West Asia Department, specifically in the Regional Cooperation and Integration Unit (CWRD/CWRC).

Internship Opportunity Details

• Position Level: Intern
• Department: Central and West Asia Department
• Division: Regional Cooperation and Integration Unit, CWRD
• Location: ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines
• Closing Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024 (11:59 p.m. Manila Time, 0800 GMT)

Internship Topic:

Emerging Areas for Greening the Global and Regional Value Chains in the CAREC Region

This internship focuses on supporting analytics, research, and related events aimed at enhancing regional cooperation in carbon markets, critical minerals, decarbonizing global value chains, green skills, and energy efficiency.

Summary of Job Description:

• Assist in research and analytics to promote regional cooperation in the CAREC region.
• Contribute to events and initiatives, such as the CAREC session at ADB’s Annual Meeting in May 2025.
• Produce an operations-oriented analytical report on emerging topics related to carbon markets, critical minerals, global value chains, green skills, and energy efficiency.

Period of Assignment

• Duration: 11 weeks
• Timing: January 2025 onwards

Qualifications Requirements:

Education Requirements:

• Must be pursuing a Master’s degree in development economics, economics, public policy, energy economics, energy, climate finance, or related fields.
• Must be enrolled at a school in one of the ADB member countries for the entire duration of the internship.

Relevant Experience:

• Experience in research or development projects in the CAREC region is preferred.
• Familiarity with regional cooperation initiatives within Central and West Asia is an advantage.
• Strong English communication skills; knowledge of Russian is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

You will also be required to upload the following documents in the “Attachments” section of your application:

• • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Proof of enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program, including dates confirming enrollment during January to March 2025.

How to Apply?

Interested candidates must submit their applications by Saturday, August 31, 2024, 11:59 p.m. Manila Time (0800 GMT) here https://www.adb.org/careers/240549.