Afreximbank Internship Programme

Afreximbank Internship Programme 2027/2028 Afreximbank Internship Programme – Earn a Monthly Stipend of US$1,000

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is inviting eligible students to apply for its 2027/2028 Internship Programme. The programme provides practical exposure to international banking, trade finance, African economic development and the operations of a major multilateral financial institution.

The opportunity is designed for students who want to develop professional skills, gain practical workplace experience and contribute fresh ideas to initiatives supporting trade and economic growth across Africa.

Programme: Internship

Location: Primarily Cairo, Egypt, with placements potentially at other Afreximbank Group locations

Duration: 3–6 months

Job Responsibilities

Successful interns may be assigned to relevant departments within Afreximbank or its Group entities. Their responsibilities may include:

• Supporting departmental activities, research and administrative assignments.
• Assisting with projects related to international trade, trade finance and economic development.
• Conducting research, analysing information and preparing reports.
• Supporting financial, business or operational activities relevant to their field of study.
• Collaborating with professionals and contributing ideas to improve organisational processes.
• Participating in induction, mentoring and departmental learning activities.
• Preparing an end-of-internship report outlining their learning and how they intend to apply their experience.

Specific duties will depend on the department and placement assigned.

Eligibility Requirements

Interested applicants are expected to meet the following criteria:

• Age: Must be between 20 and 32 years old in the year of application.
• Education: Must provide proof of enrolment in a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate programme at a recognised institution during the internship year. Preference is given to eligible students.
• Relevant disciplines: Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Social Sciences, Statistics, Law, Sciences, Engineering or related fields.
• Nationality: Must be a national of an Afreximbank member country, a student of African descent living in the diaspora, or a non-African student whose vision aligns with the Bank’s mission.
• Language: Must be fluent in English or French and have a working knowledge of the other language.
• Additional advantage: Knowledge of Arabic or Portuguese.
• Ineligibility: Children of Afreximbank staff are not eligible for the programme.

Benefits and Allowances

Successful interns may receive:

• Monthly stipend: US$1,000, tax-free.

Housing allowance: US$500 per month for eligible interns relocating from their home countries.

• Medical insurance: Coverage for the internship period, subject to programme conditions.
• Induction accommodation: One week of hotel accommodation with breakfast.
• Transportation: Transportation between the hotel and relevant locations during induction, as specified by the programme.
• Travel support: Eligible return travel costs, subject to the Bank’s travel policy.
• Visa assistance: Relevant residence visa arrangements where required.

Application Deadline

31st October 2026.