Although I haven’t heard of too many job opportunities or internships in Washington DC, here is a great internship at Microfinance Opportunities (MFO) that will introduce you to some very knowledegable people in the microfinance sector where you can gain valuable experience:

Microfinance Opportunities (MFO) seeks an undergraduate student for a summer internship with the Consumer Research team. The intern will play a key role in the quality-assurance component of an ongoing impact assessment project known as the Financial Diaries. The position offers a great opportunity to learn about microfinance in the developing world from experts in the field, and to see firsthand how a small nonprofit operates. Interns may participate in a wide variety of activities that support individual programs, including research and project development and management. This internship combines data entry and administrative duties with the possibility of research and editing. Applicants should have a keen interest in microfinance, economics, international affairs or international development.

MFO is a microenterprise resource center that promotes client-led microfinance. Its mission is to create a world where every poor person can benefit from financial services. Our work focuses on the design and delivery of high-quality microfinance products and services that match the needs and preferences of low-income households. MFO’s core competency areas include: research and analysis, innovation, and dissemination.

Qualifications:

• Ideal educational level is advanced undergraduate student
• Strong research skills
• Advanced computer skills in Excel (excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Attention to detail
• Excellent writing, research, proofreading, organization and communication skills
• Background in international development a plus

For more information on how to apply, visit Intern Alert