AFRICAN EXPORT-IMPORT BANK (AFREXIMBANK)
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) Internship
full · bachelors, masters
- $800 / month stipendTax-free allowance
- Up to 6 monthsInternship length
- Ages 20 to 32Age range
- Several slotsOpenings per cycle
- Based in Cairo, EgyptLocation
- ~$4,800 over 6 months (est.)Estimated stipend total
At a glance
full
Funding
€9k
Max amount
Sep 30, 2026
Deadline
Afreximbank member states (African countries)
Country
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)
Provider
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) Internship gives young Africans hands-on experience inside a pan-African multilateral trade finance institution based in Cairo, Egypt. Interns spend up to 6 months learning the Bank's mandate and operating model while supporting its departments, with the aim of building careers that strengthen trade across the continent. The programme is open to nationals of an Afreximbank member state who are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, ideally in economics, business administration, finance, accounting, social sciences, statistics, or law. Applicants must be aged 20 to 32 in the year of application and fluent in English or French with a working knowledge of the other language; knowledge of Arabic or Portuguese is an added advantage. The Bank pays a monthly tax-free stipend of USD 800 to assist with living costs, reimburses reasonable return travel to the internship location, provides one week of hotel accommodation with bed and breakfast on arrival during induction, arranges airport transfers, and helps secure the relevant visa where required. Several intern slots are offered each cycle. Because the stipend rate, number of openings, and the closing date are set by the Bank for each round, confirm the exact current figures and deadline on the official Afreximbank careers page before you apply.
What's covered
- Monthly stipend — A tax-free monthly stipend of $800 (USD 800) is paid at the end of each month to help with living expenses, totalling about ~$4,800 (est.) over a six-month placement.
- Return travel — Reasonable return fare transport costs to the internship location in Egypt are covered.
- Induction accommodation — Hotel accommodation with bed and breakfast is provided for one week on arrival during the induction period.
- Airport transfers — Transfer from the airport to the hotel on arrival and a return transfer on departure are arranged by the Bank.
- Visa support — Where required, the Bank arranges the relevant visa for the duration of the internship, covering processing costs estimated at ~$150 (est.).
How to apply
Applications are completed online with a fixed set of supporting documents submitted to the Bank.
- Complete the online application — Fill in the online application form on the Afreximbank careers page with your personal and academic details.
- Prepare your documents — Assemble a letter of application, your current CV, a valid passport copy, and certified copies of relevant academic certificates.
- Obtain an institutional recommendation — Get a recommendation for the internship from your institution stating the proposed duration, up to a maximum of six months.
- Write a statement of intent — Prepare a short statement of intent (maximum one A4 page) describing what you hope to achieve from the internship.
- Submit your application — Attach all documents and submit the application through the official channel before the closing date.
Eligibility
EnrolmentMust be a student enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at a recognised institution.
Field of studyDegrees in economics, business administration, finance, accounting, social sciences, statistics, law, or related fields are especially encouraged.
NationalityMust be a national of a member state of the Bank.
AgeMust be between 20 and 32 years of age in the year of application.
LanguageMust be fluent in either English or French with a working knowledge of the other; Arabic or Portuguese is an added advantage.
Other applicants may be considered at the discretion of the President. The internship lasts for a maximum of six months and requires a recommendation from the applicant's institution.
Eligible countries
Afreximbank member states (African countries)
Deadlines
2026/2027 internship cycle~30 September 2026 (est.)
Selection
Afreximbank reviews applications on academic background, relevance of the field of study to the Bank's work, language ability, and the quality of the statement of intent. Candidates who meet the requirements are matched to a department for a placement of up to six months, and other applicants may be considered at the discretion of the President where they bring relevant skills.
Verified sources
- Afreximbank Careersafreximbank.comofficial
About the provider
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is a pan-African multilateral trade finance institution headquartered in Cairo, Egypt. Established to promote, finance, and expand intra- and extra-African trade, it works with governments, banks, and businesses across its member states and runs an internship programme to develop young African talent in trade and finance.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the Afreximbank Internship?
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Full-time undergraduate or postgraduate students who are nationals of an Afreximbank member state, aged 20 to 32, and fluent in English or French with a working knowledge of the other.
Where is the internship based?
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The internship is based at the Bank's operations in Egypt, with the headquarters in Cairo.
How long does the internship last?
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Up to a maximum of six months, with the exact duration agreed with the applicant's institution.
What is the stipend?
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A tax-free monthly stipend of USD 800 is paid at the end of each month to help with living expenses.
Are travel costs covered?
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Yes. Reasonable return fare transport costs to the internship location are covered, along with airport transfers on arrival and departure.
Is accommodation provided?
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Hotel accommodation with bed and breakfast is provided for one week during the induction period on arrival.
What fields of study are preferred?
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Economics, business administration, finance, accounting, social sciences, statistics, law, and related fields are especially encouraged.
What language skills do I need?
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Fluency in English or French with a working knowledge of the other; knowledge of Arabic or Portuguese is an added advantage.
Does the Bank help with visas?
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Yes. Where required, the Bank arranges the relevant visa for the duration of the internship.
What documents do I need?
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A letter of application, CV, passport copy, certified academic certificates, an institutional recommendation, and a one-page statement of intent.
How many interns are taken?
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Several slots are available each cycle; confirm the current number on the official Afreximbank careers page.
When is the deadline?
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The original notice did not state a fixed date; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with an estimated closing of 30 September 2026 for the current cycle. Confirm timing on the official Afreximbank careers page.