IT Internship

Job Posting Organization:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a prestigious international financial institution established to promote global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world. The IMF was established in 1944 and has grown to include 190 member countries. The organization employs over 2,700 staff members from diverse backgrounds and operates in various countries, providing financial assistance and advice to its member nations. The IMF's mission is to foster global economic stability and growth, and it plays a crucial role in the international financial system.

Job Overview:
The IT Department (ITD) of the IMF is offering multiple internship opportunities for graduate students who are currently enrolled in a master’s degree program in information technology or a related field. This internship is a full-time, paid position based at the IMF headquarters in Washington DC, lasting for a period of 3 months from June to August 202

• The intern will be involved in a project focused on enterprise search technologies with generative AI capabilities. The role will require conducting research, developing proofs of concept, and comparing GenAI-driven search solutions to recommend effective strategies for enterprise search. The intern will also contribute to the Search project team, which is responsible for ongoing search performance tuning and optimization, incorporating user feedback for enhancements. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a high-impact environment, working on critical digital communication tools that serve millions of users annually.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for conducting in-depth analysis of generative AI capabilities in enterprise search platforms, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and relevance intelligence. They will develop functional proofs-of-concept using platform services, APIs, and SDKs from leading technologies. The intern will also evaluate options by documenting the advantages and disadvantages of each platform, focusing on the quality of GenAI search results, performance, scalability, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and ease of integration. Additionally, the intern will maintain ongoing documentation of key learnings, challenges, successes, and findings throughout the internship, regularly updating and reviewing this living document to capture project insights.

Required Qualifications:
To be eligible for the IT internship, candidates must be enrolled in a Master’s degree program in a relevant field such as information technology, computer science, information systems management, data science, or business administration. Candidates must maintain student status during the internship and be in good academic standing. An excellent command of English, both written and oral, is required, along with a demonstrated interest in working in a multicultural environment. Candidates should possess a strong background in computer science, AI, or a related field, with a basic understanding of Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform services. Knowledge of search technology and prior experience with commercial search products are preferred. Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, are essential. The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment is also important.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program in a relevant field such as information technology, computer science, information systems management, data science, or business administration. They must also provide a recent transcript from their university program showing their current status and recent grades as part of their application.

Experience:
Candidates should have a strong background in computer science, AI, or a related field. Prior experience working with commercial search products is preferred, indicating a familiarity with search technologies and their applications in enterprise environments. The internship is designed for graduate students, so candidates should have some level of academic and practical experience in their field of study.

Languages:
A strong command of English, both written and oral, is mandatory for this position. While not explicitly stated, proficiency in additional languages may be beneficial given the multicultural environment of the IMF and its global operations.

Additional Notes:
The internship is a full-time position lasting up to 3 months, with a competitive salary offered. Interns may receive round-trip economy class air travel to Washington, D.C. from their duty station (university), and a short-term visa may be provided for non-US and non-resident eligible candidates. Additionally, short-term limited medical insurance coverage will be provided according to eligibility guidelines. Candidates must submit a fully completed application form, responses to all questions, a personal CV/Resume, and a recent transcript as part of their application. The selection process is competitive, and only candidates identified for further consideration will be contacted.