IFC Global Internship Program (4) - Recruitment Initiatives and Outreach Internship

Join the IFC's Global Internship Program to support recruitment initiatives.

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Application deadline 1 year ago: Monday 3 Mar 2025 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Join the IFC's Global Internship Program to support recruitment initiatives.

You have:

  • Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree level program.
  • Preferred field of study: MBA, Masters HR, International Affairs.
  • Minimum of 2 years of previous work experience.
  • Financial modelling knowledge would be preferred.

IFC Global Internship Program (4) - Recruitment Initiatives and Outreach Internship

Job #: req31540 Organization: IFC Sector: Other Grade: UC Term Duration: 0 years 4 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Washington, DC,United States Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): French, Arabic Closing Date: 3/2/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC Description

IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.

IFC’s Human Resources department is seeking an intern as part of our Global Internship Program (GIP). The Global Internship Program (GIP) offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of IFC and the broader World Bank Group and become part of the largest private sector development institution in the world. The program encourages individuals to bring new perspectives and innovative ideas to IFC’s work, while improving skills in a diverse and highly stimulating environment. Moreover, the Global Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and network with international professionals dedicated to ending extreme poverty and boosting prosperity in the developing world.

Duties and Accountabilities:

• Support the revamping of the investment track assessment. • Participate in meetings with department heads of operations to gather input and ensure alignment in test requirements. • Explore different platforms and technology solutions to deliver the test. • Support Program Lead and Project Head in redeveloping the assessment. • Upload, test, and implement new testing platform ensuring it is fully operational and integrated with HR systems. • Conduct pilot testing with a small group of candidates to gather feedback and make necessary adjustments. • Train HR staff and hiring managers on the new testing platform and procedures. • Roll out the revamped assessments across all industry sectors and grade levels. • Monitor project progress and report to stakeholders regularly. • Support in other functions within the Recruitment Initiatives team, such as strategic outreach events in Europe and Middle East.

Selection Criteria

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree level program • Preferred field of study: MBA, Masters HR, International Affairs • Minimum of 2 years of previous work experience • Financial modelling knowledge would be preferred.

Please refrain from submitting more than three applications to our internship program; otherwise, your candidacy may be disqualified and rescinded.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to gather and analyze feedback for a project? This question evaluates your ability to handle feedback and adapt projects accordingly. Share specific examples that highlight your analytical skills and adaptability.
How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple projects simultaneously? This question examines your time management and organizational skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe an instance where you had to train a group of individuals. What was your approach? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about a time when you worked with difficult stakeholders. How did you manage the situation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you use to conduct outreach events in diverse cultures? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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