World Bank Africa Fellowship Program

The World Bank Africa Fellowship Program offers early-career professionals from Africa the chance to contribute to development projects while gaining hands-on experience at the World Bank.

What it offers

• Work alongside experts across more than 170 countries to drive real development impact.
• Collaborate on mission-driven projects that create lasting change.
• Gain exposure to global development challenges and solutions.

Who can apply

• Open to early-career professionals from Africa.
• Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to development and cross-border collaboration.

What you'll do

• Partner with World Bank teams on projects that improve lives worldwide.
• Work across institutions and continents to address global challenges.
• Take thoughtful risks and contribute to meaningful development outcomes.

How to apply

• Search and apply for open positions through the World Bank careers portal: Search Open Positions.
• Join the Talent Network for updates and opportunities: Join Talent Network.

Good to know

• The program emphasizes impact, integrity, respect, teamwork, and innovation as core values.
• Fellows will work with a diverse team of professionals from around the world.