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World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF)
The World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) has officially launched its 2025
Paid Internship Program, offering ambitious young professionals and students from around
the world — including Nigeria and other African nations — a unique chance to gain hands-
on experience in global investment, entrepreneurship, and economic policy.
The program, hosted at the WBAF headquarters in Istanbul, is designed to provide interns
with exposure to high-level international forums, startup ecosystems, and policy development
processes that support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and innovation
worldwide.
“This internship is more than a stepping stone — it’s a launchpad for future global leaders,”
said Baybars Altuntas, Executive Chairman of the WBAF. “We are investing in the next
generation of changemakers who will shape inclusive, impact-driven economies.”
Interns will work directly with senior advisors, diplomats, and startup executives,
contributing to initiatives that support financial inclusion, angel investment, startup
acceleration, and public-private partnerships.
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Program highlights include:
- Monthly stipends and travel support
- Opportunity to attend the WBAF Annual Conference
- Mentorship from international thought leaders
- Experience in global policy drafting and project development
Eligibility Requirements:
- Final-year undergraduate students or recent graduates (ages 20–30)
- Strong academic background (economics, business, international relations preferred)
- Demonstrated interest in entrepreneurship, impact investment, or policy work
- Fluency in English; additional languages a plus
Applications are open now on the WBAF website and close on June 30, 2025. Shortlisted
candidates will go through a virtual interview process in July, with the internship beginning
in September 2025.
CSR leaders in Africa have praised the initiative for its inclusivity and focus on youth
development.
“Programs like this break down borders and give young Africans a seat at the global table,”
said Ngozi Uche, a CSR consultant based in Abuja. “It’s a brilliant opportunity for talent
exposure, global networking, and capacity-building.”
The WBAF, an affiliated partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion
(GPFI), has continually championed access to finance and support for entrepreneurs —
particularly in emerging economies.