Intern PSOD-PSIS 2601-034

Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD)

Private Sector Investment Funds and Special Initiatives Division (PSIS)

• Internship Topic
  
  

Delivering Development through Private Equity Fund Investments

• Summary of Job Description
  
  

PSOD is looking for an intern to support Private Sector Investment Funds and Special Initiatives Division.

The intern will

• Support investment teams in the screening and analysis of funds and co-investments transactions across developing member countries.
• Conduct market, sector, and financial analysis, including review of fund structures, business models, financial statements, and performance metrics.
• Assist in the preparation of internal briefing materials, concept notes, and presentations for management and investment committee discussions.
• Undertake desk research on private equity, infrastructure, and capital markets trends relevant to ADBs private sector operations and strategic priorities.
• Review and refine the existing framework for measuring development impact in private equity funds in conjunction with PSODs development effectiveness team.
• Period of Assignment
  
  

Duration: 10 to 12 weeks

Timing: June 2026 onwards

• Location
  
  

ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines

• Expected Outcomes
  
  

A report is prepared and presented to propose enhancements to ADBs Design and Monitoring Framework (DMF) for measuring the development impact of private equity fund investments. This includes proposing sector-specific DMF templates to strengthen consistency, relevance, and measurability of impact outcomes across key sectors such as healthcare, financial services, and climate infrastructure.

• Education Requirements
  
  

Currently enrolled in a masters degree program or PhD in corporate finance, accounting, or related field

• Relevant Experience and Other Requirements
• Prior private equity, investment banking or consulting experience preferred.
• Candidate has to be analytical, detail oriented, and able to efficiently multi-task, with strong excel/valuation and writing skills.
• Preferably with 2-3 years relevant professional experience
  
  
  

Primary Location: Asian Development Bank Headquarters-Philippines-Manila

Department: Private Sector Operations Department

Division: Private Sector Investment Funds & Special Initiatives Div

Staff Category: Internship

Position Level: Intern

Job Posting: 17-Feb-2026, 8:28:24 AM

16-Mar-2026, 9:29:00 PM

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