OBJECTIVE

The Trade and Development Bank Group (TDB Group) is an innovative African multilateral development finance group with world-class governance and strong development impact through financing projects, infrastructure and trade mainly in its member states. TDB Group operating region includes 26 African sovereign states. TDB Group plays a key role in supporting trade growth and in attracting capital to the African continent by positioning itself as a financial bridge within the continent. 

TDB Group actively seeks diversity in the various engagement opportunities available in its Member States by providing an Internship Program for students from member states in 2026. The internship programme aims to provide students with short-term structured learning opportunities through practical work assignments that are designed to complement their studies and/or improve their employability. It also provides an opportunity to tap into new ideas and perspectives that may support the Group in meeting its organizational objectives. For the student, the internship program is an opportunity to gain practical work experience in their specific field of study or career aspirations. Students would be exposed to in-depth knowledge of the DFI sector and gain an understanding of TDB Group vision, mission, and scope of activities. Interns would be equipped with skills that are necessary to perform in the labour market and thereby increase employability. However, internship does not guarantee employment at TDB Group.

DURATION

• Internship assignments may vary in length depending on the availability and academic requirements of the intern, as well as the Group’s needs. The internship duration will be from one (1) month to three (3) months. Under exceptional circumstances, the internship period can be increased to a maximum of six (6) months.

ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility requirements for the internship program are as follows: 

• Candidates must be aged between eighteen (18) and thirty (30) years of age on the date the internship period begins.
• Candidates should be preferably nationals of TDB Group member states or countries or from the diaspora, originally from TDB Group’s member states or countries.
• Candidates should have the right to reside and/or work in the location of the internship for the full duration of the internship. TDB will not assist interns in visa application process but will provide, where necessary, documentary evidence required for visa application process.
• Candidates should provide proof of enrollment in a recognized public university or institution of learning.
• Candidates must apply for an internship within one year of having obtained such a degree or enrolled in Undergraduate Program ideally completed 2-year full-time studies at the institution or university towards the completion of a bachelor's degree. 

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATIONS

• The preferred areas of specialty include Finance, Commerce, Risk Management, Information Technology, Computer Science plus other operational specializations relevant in the banking industry. Enrollment in professional certification programs such as CFA or CPA is an added advantage.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Internship candidates should demonstrate following skills and competencies:
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English and French. Working knowledge of Arabic or Portuguese as added advantage.
• Commitment and passion for African development.

LOCATION

• Interns may be based at any of TDB Group’s regional offices in Addis Ababa, Bujumbura, Harare, Kinshasa, Nairobi and Mauritius. 

INSURANCE

• Interns are not eligible for TDB Group medical and life/accident insurance coverage. Consequently, as a condition for their acceptance, candidates for internships must show proof of medical and life/accident insurance valid for the internship duration.

LEGAL STATUS

• Interns are not employees of TDB Group and as such may not represent TDB Group in any official capacity. Interns may not be sought as replacement of staff or recruited against open vacancies during their internship assignment.