World Bank ICSID Internship Program 2025 For Students

About the World Bank ICSID Internship

ICSID offers internship opportunities to highly motivated students enrolled in a graduate degree program.

World Bank ICSID Internship is a unique opportunity to contribute to the world’s leading institution devoted to the settlement of international investment disputes.

The internship program provides students with an interest in international investment dispute settlement and international investment law with an in-depth understanding of ICSID’s work, enhances their academic and career goals, and offers a chance to bring innovative ideas and research experience to advance ICSID’s mission.

To this end, the World Bank ICSID Internship is looking for enthusiastic and energetic candidates who can work effectively in a team-based environment.

The deadlines for applications are:

June 30 for the September-December Internship period (fall semester)
October 15 for the January-April Internship period (spring semester); and
February 15 for the May-August Internship period (summer semester).

World Bank ICSID Internship Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for the World Bank ICSID Internship, you must:

be enrolled in a graduate program.
be able to provide written confirmation stating that they will either:

(i) obtain academic credit for at least one term/semester in a course of study, or
(ii) will be provided with a stipend by their university for the duration of the internship.
Candidates must further have or be able to obtain an F1 or G4 visa, or be U.S. citizens or residents (Green Card holders), and be able to cover the costs of travel, accommodation, and living expenses in Washington, D.C.

In addition, ICSID recommends that selected interns procure medical insurance for the period of the internship.
Candidates must satisfy the requirements of their university for an internship (as these may vary, students are encouraged to seek confirmation from the university that they are eligible for a particular internship period prior to applying).

Benefits and Duration of the Program

Up to six internships are offered every four months, for a minimum period of 12 weeks and a minimum of 10 hours of work per week.

The internship periods are September-December, January-April and May-August. The internships take place at the seat of the Centre in Washington, D.C. (unless restrictions apply due to COVID).
Interns will not be remunerated but will instead receive academic credit for their work upon successful completion of the internship or be sponsored by the university in which s/he is enrolled.

Selection Process for World Bank ICSID Internship

Interns are selected on a competitive basis and must meet the following minimum requirements:

A demonstrated interest and knowledge of investor-State dispute settlement and international investment law.
Rising 3L, LLM or Ph.D. Student.
Fluency in English and preferably in at least one of the other two official languages of ICSID (i.e., French and Spanish).

Ability to conduct research on a range of issues in the fields of arbitration and investment law.
Strong writing and legal drafting skills.

ICSID is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Individuals who meet all of the eligibility requirements and qualifications may apply by completing the internship application form below and appending their CVs.
Applications should be sent by e-mail to: icsidinternship@worldbank.org.