WBG Pioneer - Intake and assessment Intern

The WBG Pioneer Internship offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high impact learning experience at the World Bank Group. The intern will assist the Complaint Development Unit in screening and assessing complaints, preparing analyses and reports, and supporting integration of new technologies such as AI into workflows.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screening and assessment of complaints under the direction of the CDU Team Lead.
• Document the receipt of allegations and record decisions to provide an audit trail and/or contribute to further intelligence-based analysis.
• Regularly report progress on complaints/cases to assist in determining appropriate action.
• Support the Team Leads on various data analytics functions, participate in special initiatives/projects, and undertake other ad hoc assignments.

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or in the final year of (master’s/PhD) program) in Forensic Accounting / Fraud Examination, Financial Crime, AML, and Compliance Investigations, and/or Criminology or Criminal Justice (with an Analytics Track).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required; specialized analytical software, open-source research training, and fraud detection technology familiarity is an advantage.
• Excellent English language skills required; proficiency in additional languages a plus.
• Strong analytical skills (data interpretation, critical thinking, quantitative analysis) and excellent communication abilities essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills, cross-cultural sensitivity, and ability to work effectively as team participant or leader required.
• Adaptability, willingness to learn and innovate, and ability to work independently or collaboratively essential.
• Sense of urgency and willingness to meet stretched targets required.
• Must meet No-Fee Internship Eligibility criteria as described by the World Bank Group.

Skills

• Forensic Accounting
• Fraud Examination
• Financial Crime Investigation
• AML Compliance
• Compliance Investigations
• Criminology
• Criminal Justice Analytics
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Analytical Software
• Fraud Detection Technology
• Data Interpretation
• Quantitative Analysis
• Report Writing
• AI Integration
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Team Leadership
• Independent Work
• Critical Thinking

Languages

English