Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) Internship Programme 2027 (Paid €1,800/mo in Paris)

About Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB)

The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) is a multilateral development bank with an exclusively social mandate, established in 1956 and headquartered in Paris, France. The CEB finances social projects that promote social cohesion, climate adaptation, environmental sustainability, and regional integration across Europe.

Program Overview & International Experience

The CEB Internship Programme offers graduate students and recent university graduates the opportunity to gain high-level multilateral development banking experience at the Bank's headquarters in Paris, France. Internships typically start in February for an initial duration of 3 to 6 months (with possible extension up to 12 months).

Monthly Stipend & Living Support

• Living Allowance: €1,800 EUR per month granted directly by the CEB to support living and accommodation costs in Paris.
• Professional Units: Banking and Finance, Economics, Law, Environmental Policy and Climate Action, IT Systems, Communications, and Human Resources.
• Location: Full-time in-person at CEB Headquarters, Paris, France.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Academic Status: Currently enrolled in an accredited higher education institution (ideally at Master's degree level or equivalent) OR a recent graduate whose highest degree was awarded within the past 24 months.
• Fields of Study: Economics, Finance, Corporate Law, International Relations, Environmental Sciences, Computer Science, or Public Administration.
• Languages: Professional proficiency in either English or French (the two official working languages of the CEB).
• Competencies: Strong analytical skills, cross-cultural teamwork, and commitment to multilateral social development.

Application Process & Direct Primary Portal

Applications are reviewed exclusively for advertised vacancy notices through the official CEB e-recruitment platform (spontaneous applications are not accepted):

• Applications must be drafted in English or French.
• Submit your Curriculum Vitae and cover letter detailing relevant academic coursework and motivations.
• Official Direct CEB Application Portal: coebank.org/en/job-section/apply-our-internship-programme/
• Headquarters: 55 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France