Afreximbank Group Internship Programme 2027

The Afreximbank Group Internship Programme offers hands-on experience in African trade, trade finance, and structured trade finance, aligning with the bank’s mission to promote intra- and extra-African trade. Open to African nationals, diaspora students of African descent, and non-Africans whose vision aligns with Africa’s transformation, this programme targets undergraduate or postgraduate students in fields like economics, finance, law, engineering, or related disciplines. Interns will rotate across departments, gain mentorship, and contribute fresh ideas while learning the bank’s mandate and operations. The programme runs twice yearly (January and June), with a 6-month maximum duration, and requires relocation to Egypt’s headquarters or branches. No virtual internships are offered, and interns must cover personal expenses except for stipends and travel allowances. No employment guarantees are provided, and interns are not permanent staff.⁠​​‌​​‌​‌‌‌‌​​​​‌‌‌​‌​‌​‌​‌‌​​‌‌​⁠

What it offers

• Stipend: USD 1,000 per month (tax-free)
• Housing allowance: USD 500 per month (for relocation)
• Travel costs: Coverage for return fare to internship location (most economical route)
• Accommodation: One-week hotel stay (bed & breakfast) during induction
• Visa support: Relevant residence visa for the internship duration
• No benefits: No tuition coverage, insurance (except medical/accident cover required before start), or permanent employment promise

Who can apply

• African nationals of Afreximbank Group member states (list available on their website)
• Students of African descent in the diaspora
• Non-African students whose vision for Africa’s transformation resonates with Afreximbank’s mission
• Age: 20–32 years old in the application year
• Education: Full-time undergraduate or postgraduate students in a recognised institution
• Field of study: Economics, business administration, finance, accounting, social sciences, statistics, law, sciences, engineering, or related fields
• Language: Fluency in English or French; working knowledge of the other; Arabic/Portuguese an advantage
• Exclusion: Children of Afreximbank staff

How to apply

1. Complete the online internship application form
2. Submit:
   • Letter of application
   • Current CV
   • Valid passport copy
   • Certified academic certificates
   • Recommendation letter from the institution (with proposed internship duration, max 6 months)
   • Short Statement of Intent (max 1 A4 page) outlining expected gains from the internship

Good to know

• Application timeline: Open year-round; conditional offers expire after 2 weeks if no acceptance or proof of insurance.
• Internship location: Primarily Cairo, Egypt, with branches in Harare, Abuja, Abidjan, Kampala, Yaoundé, and Bridgetown.
• No virtual internships; interns must relocate.
• Single internship allowed; minimum 3 months, maximum 6 months.
• No employment promise; interns are not staff and have no benefits beyond stipends/travel.
• Breach of rules: Internship can be terminated with 1-day notice without compensation.