WBG Pioneer - Reproducibility Intern

WBG Pioneers, the World Bank Group’s Internship Program, offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high impact learning experience at the heart of global development. Participants gain hands on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment, contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, and connect with international professionals working to end poverty on a livable planet.

• Verifying the stability of results in reproducibility packages analyzed from the PRWP series 
• Checking the reproducibility of exhibits in working papers from the PRWP series 
• Reviewing reproducibility packages posted in the World Bank’s Reproducible Research Repository and flagging incomplete packages or inconsistent metadata

Selection Criteria

• General data literacy and strong attention to detail 
• Familiarity with the structure of empirical economics papers 
• Willingness to learn LaTeX (used for review reports; guidance provided) 
• Knowledge of Stata or R is preferred but not required; no prior programming experience is necessary 
• Commitment of 15-20 hours per week 
• The internship can be performed remotely or in Washington DC 
• Desired dates: Flexible dates, depending on the candidate’s availability will be considered. 

WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless of gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.  Sub-Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.