Ever wondered how global challenges like poverty reduction, climate change, and sustainable development are tackled on a global scale? This live stream introduces the World Bank Group (WBG), one of the world’s largest international development organizations, made up of 189 member countries, with over 20,000 staff working across 100+ offices worldwide. During this session, you’ll learn about WBG’s mission to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet, and how students and recent graduates can be part of that mission through WBG Pioneers, the World Bank Group’s internship program! ✨ We’ll walk you through: - What the World Bank Group does and how it works - Why you should join the WBG Pioneers internship program - The application timeline and what we look for in candidates 🎤 You’ll also hear directly from former interns, who will share their real experiences, lessons learned, and tips for applying, followed by a live Q&A where you can ask your questions. If you’re curious about global careers and want to make an impact while gaining hands-on experience, this session is for you 🚀
- 🌍 Discover a global career path: Learn what the World Bank Group does, how it operates across 100+ countries, and how students can contribute to real development projects through the WBG Pioneers internship program.
- 🎤 Hear real stories from former interns: Get honest insights, practical tips, and behind the scenes experiences directly from former WBG interns. Learn what they worked on, what they learned, and what they wish they had known before applying.
- 🚀 Get application ready: Understand the application process, key dates, and what makes a strong candidate. You will also have the chance to ask your questions live during the Q&A to feel confident before applying.
Speakers
- Rudy Perecin Mareno, Global Recruitment Leader
- Da Hyun Ko, Junior Professional Associate
- Nidhin S, Human Resources Analyst
- Mabel Udoh, Manager, Talent Attraction at the World Bank
- David Mena, Economist