Internships
Internship Program
The Internship Program at World Data Lab offers young professionals hands-on training in an international, fast-paced environment, helping them develop and expand their skills while making a real impact.
Many of our interns have gone on to successful careers at Bloomberg, Google, McKinsey, and the OECD, while others have chosen to continue their journey with World Data Lab as part of our team.
✓ The Internship Program is designed for students enrolled in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD (or equivalent) university programs, or recent graduates
✓ Internships can be on a part-time or full-time basis and generally range between three (3) to six (6) months
✓ Join us in our offices in Vienna (Austria) or Nairobi (Kenya)
Intern Talks
Learn more about our interns, and see what it means to be part of the WDL family!
Why Choose World Data Lab?
Impact
Be part of a team of highly motivated and like-minded individuals that work on meaningful, challenging projects that track SDGs in real-time and help people and organizations make data-driven decisions on the world’s most challenging problems.
Know-how
Work alongside global experts and renowned figures in various areas of expertise.
Eligibility for the Program
In order to apply for an internship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
✓ Be proficient in the English language. Working knowledge of other languages is considered an added advantage
✓ Be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD or equivalent university program
✓ Have knowledge of relevant areas of interest and/or tools and frameworks
Areas of work
✓ Tech
✓ Business Development (incl. Communications, Marketing & Sales)
✓ Operations (incl. Strategic Business Development & Project Management)
✓ Executive, Finance & Human Resource Management
✓ Data Science
Application Procedure
We are currently accepting applications for Summer 2026 Internship Program.
Applications are accepted until 15 December 2025.
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Contact Us To Learn more
Contact us to discuss the options for your potential internship