African Development Bank Young Professionals Program 2027
About this internship
The AfDB Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a competitive entry-level program for exceptional young Africans and citizens of AfDB member countries to begin a career in international development finance. YPs rotate through different departments over three years, working on high-impact projects across Africa in infrastructure, energy, agriculture, governance, and private sector development.
Who can apply
Must be a citizen of an AfDB member country. Must hold a Master's degree or PhD. Must be under 32 years of age. Must have at least 3 years of relevant professional experience. Fluency in English or French required; knowledge of the other language is an advantage.
What you will do
- Rotate across the Bank's departments to gain hands-on experience in development operations and policy
- Contribute to transformative projects aligned with the Bank's strategic priorities
- Take part in the Young Professionals Learning Academy with on-the-job training, certifications, and postgraduate learning
- Receive mentorship and coaching toward a leadership career at the Bank
Perks and benefits
- Competitive international salary ($90,000+ per year)
- Expatriate benefits including housing allowance
- Relocation package
- Health and pension benefits
- Professional development and leadership training
- Rotational assignments across AfDB departments
- Travel to project sites across Africa
- After 3 years, transition to a regular AfDB position
How to apply
- Be a citizen of an AfDB member country, 32 or younger by the closing date, with a Master's in a relevant discipline and at least 3 years of postgraduate work experience
- Apply online through the AfDB careers portal, declaring one nationality
- Upload a CV (up to 3 pages) and the required documents before the deadline
- Shortlisted candidates proceed through the Bank's selection process
Frequently asked questions
Is African Development Bank Young Professionals Program 2027 paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Paid (international terms of employment) Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does African Development Bank Young Professionals Program 2027 last? +
The listed duration is 3 years.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is March 31, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Must be a citizen of an AfDB member country. Must hold a Master's degree or PhD. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
