African Development Bank (AfDB) Entry Programmes
Three-year leadership development programme for early-career professionals from AfDB member countries. AfDB also lists 1 other entry routes on this page.
Last reviewed: 15 July 2026
Entry programmes
Internship Programme
Internship pathway for students and recent graduates to gain experience in an international development bank. The programme supports AfDB's talent pipeline and is tied to specific selection cycles advertised by the Bank. Source
- Track: Traineeship
- Eligibility: Applicants must be citizens of an AfDB member country.
- Minimum degree: Bachelor's
- Typical max age: 30
- Typical window: Varies by cohort
- AfDB announces internship selection cycles on its official internship pages when each cohort opens.
Young Professionals Program
Three-year leadership development programme for early-career professionals from AfDB member countries. The programme combines structured learning with assignments aligned to AfDB's development priorities. Source
- Track: Young professional programme
- Eligibility: Applicants must be citizens of an AfDB member country.
- Minimum degree: Master's
- Typical max age: 32
- Typical window: Varies by cohort
- AfDB publishes YPP application windows on the official YPP pages and careers portal when cohorts open.
How to read timing
Dates here describe typical or recent patterns from official sources, not live application deadlines. Confirm the current call on the programme or careers page before you apply.
Where to look next
Browse related open roles below, then read eligibility and deadlines on the official AfDB careers site. For staff pay by grade, see the AfDB salary guide.
Relevant open roles
Search all jobsLast checked 17 July 2026 · 5 roles
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