Summer Intern: Blended Finance Accelerator

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Internship Period: 8-12 Weeks

Application Deadline: 31 May 2026

Convergence is the global network for blended finance. Blended finance is the use of catalytic public or philanthropic capital to increase private sector investment in the regions and sectors that need it most in the developing world. We are the source for everything related to blended finance, including deals, data, reports, training, webinars, and much more. At Convergence, we believe that blended finance can disrupt traditional development finance as we know it, by attracting significant private sector financing to developing countries.

Convergence is a not-for-profit headquartered in Toronto, but we operate globally and have a presence in Singapore, Nairobi, La Paz, and Washington, DC. Over the last ten years, we have built a robust network of over 200 public, private, and philanthropic investors as well as sponsors of transactions and funds. To accelerate advances in the field, Convergence also provides grants through its Blended Finance Accelerator (BFA) program, which funds the design of new blended finance solutions.

The BFA program equips blended finance practitioners with the early-stage support needed to scope, structure, and launch scalable blended finance vehicles.  We provide design grants, acceleration support, and market intelligence with the aim of  unlocking commercial investment to accelerate sustainable development in emerging markets.

We are currently seeking an Intern to support the activities of the Blended Finance Accelerator.   

Position Overview

This role will report to the Blended Finance Accelerator team and will support in executing Convergence’s market acceleration work and contribute to the overall growth of the organization in the institutional asset management space. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of investment structuring, market building, and program design, with a strong focus on accelerating high-potential blended finance vehicles aligned with development outcomes.

The Intern will play a key role in strengthening one of Convergence’s flagship program Blended Finance Accelerator for Fund Managers (A4FM) by enhancing the acceleration offering, application review process, and ecosystem engagement, while contributing to broader program learning and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

The Intern will support the Blended Finance Accelerator team in the following areas: 

• Assist in refining A4FM’s acceleration curriculum, including training materials, toolkits, and learning modules, based on cohort needs and market trends
• Support the preparation and delivery of bootcamps, workshops, and learning sessions
• Conduct desktop research and market analysis on shortlisted applicants from BFA accelerators and synthesize findings into briefing notes and summaries
• Support broader due diligence processes, including stakeholder mapping and background research
• Assist in streamlining communications of BFA offerings (e.g., updating website content, presentation decks, and other materials)
• Support the refinement of internal AI tools (e.g., improving prompts, evaluation logic, and outputs) and identify opportunities to streamline workflows using AI and automation to improve internal processes
• Identify opportunities to engage Canadian and global fund managers, asset managers, and institutional investors through events, sessions and conferences

This is an illustrative list, and activities may vary from program-to-program. In addition to the responsibilities above, the scope will evolve over time to match the needs of a growing organization.  

Desired Qualifications

• Full-time postgraduate or undergraduate (3rd/4th year) pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Economics, development, or a related field.
• Strong interest in blended finance, impact investing, and emerging markets
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills
• Ability to synthesize complex investment concepts (e.g., capital structures)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Experience or interest in AI tools and automation is a strong asset
• Familiarity with fund structures, investment processes, or development finance with respect to fund and asset managers

What You Will Gain

• Exposure to real-world blended finance transactions and fund structuring
• Hands-on experience of due diligence process and market research
• Opportunity to shape a flagship global accelerator program
• Experience working with global fund managers, DFIs, and institutional investors
• Practical exposure to program design and implementation

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

The internship is offered for a minimum period of 8-12 weeks, ending in September 2026 and the intern must be based physically in Toronto. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply early and in advance of the application deadline on 31st May 2026. Please note that you must submit a cover letter that discusses your interest in blended finance, and Convergence. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact those selected for interviews.

Convergence believes in an inclusive environment. We celebrate the different viewpoints and experiences our diverse team members bring to our organization. Convergence encourages all individuals motivated by our mission and mandate to apply.