Development Finance Corporation Internships 2025 Finance & Business Development

Introduction

Are you a student or recent graduate seeking to kickstart your career in 2025? The Development Finance Corporation (DFC) offers an excellent opportunity through its unpaid internships, designed to prepare you for a thriving future in finance and international development. Based in Washington, D.C., these internships last between 12 weeks and 12 months, providing students and young professionals with hands-on experience in project and corporate finance, international development, and public-private sector collaboration. DFC is hiring motivated individuals to join this dynamic program, which is tailored to enhance your educational journey, build practical skills, and boost your job prospects. If you’re looking to explore careers, gain real-world exposure, and pave your way to success, these internships are your gateway to achieving those goals in 2025.

Available Positions

1. Finance Internship
   • Work with project teams on international project finance.
   • Collaborate with investment officers during loan origination.
   • Participate in project approval processes.

Submit Finance Internship Application

1. Business Development Internship
   • Support business development teams in identifying transactions.
   • Work on debt financing and political risk insurance proposals.
   • Assist with market research and client communications.

Submit Business Development Internship Application

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: These internships are unpaid.
• Benefits:
  • Opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals in finance and international development.
  • Exposure to real-world projects and processes.
  • Gain skills and experience applicable in government or private sector roles.
  • Flexible schedules with potential for telework.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Actively enrolled in an accredited college or university, at least part-time.
• Graduate students studying finance, accounting, international affairs, economics, or related fields.
• Previous work experience in business or international business is preferred.
• For business development internships, proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.

Responsibilities

Finance Internship:

• Review financing applications and financial statements.
• Analyze and model project cash flows.
• Prepare political and economic risk analyses.
• Assist with loan paper preparation and disbursement requests.

Business Development Internship:

• Evaluate financing proposals and client inquiries.
• Conduct market research in priority sectors.
• Develop marketing materials for prospective clients.
• Provide accurate feedback to clients regarding project feasibility.

Qualifications

• Graduate students pursuing relevant degrees.
• Strong research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
• Knowledge of international finance, corporate finance, or specific sectors is a plus but not mandatory.

How to Apply

1. Prepare Application Materials:
   • Resume: Include work schedule, hours per week, employment dates, and key responsibilities.
   • Unofficial Transcript: Verify your enrollment in a graduate program.
   • Optional Cover Letter: Highlight your interest and qualifications.
   • Writing Sample (for Business Development roles): Submit a one-page sample.
2. Submission Process:
   • Visit USAJobs.gov to view available positions and apply online.
   • Ensure your application package is complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
3. Important Notes:
   • Remove all photographs from documents.
   • Submit a separate application for each internship of interest.
4. Deadlines:
   • Applications are accepted year-round depending on agency needs.
   • Specific roles may have deadlines, so check the listings on USAJobs.
5. Contact Information:
   • For questions, email interns@dfc.gov.