WBG Pioneer - Kuwait Public Sector Engagements Intern

The World Bank Group's WBG Pioneers Internship Program in Kuwait offers undergraduate and postgraduate students hands-on exposure to development work across key sectors. Interns contribute to analytical work, stakeholder engagement, and operational support aligned with Kuwait's development priorities, supporting governance, institutional reform, and capacity building initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct background research and contribute to analytical work including sector briefs, policy notes, and presentations.
• Support preparation of reports, concept notes, and internal/external communications materials.
• Assist in organizing meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements with government counterparts and partners.
• Compile and analyze data to inform project activities and country engagement strategies.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to project teams as needed.
• Support work on governance, institutional reform, and capacity building initiatives.
• Assist in preparation of training materials and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Contribute to research on public sector performance and reform priorities.

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or in the final year of postgraduate (Master’s or PhD) program, in a field relevant to the selected internship track.
• Candidates must have 0–2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Academic background must align with the requirements outlined in the job description.
• Demonstrated interest in multilateral led development agenda, particularly in areas relevant to the World Bank Group’s work in Kuwait and the broader MENA region.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse, team-based environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
• Must be a national of the State of Kuwait

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Research Skills
• Problem Solving
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Multilateral Development Knowledge
• Governance Support
• Institutional Reform Support
• Capacity Building

Languages

English, Arabic