The World Bank Group Young Professionals Programme is a 2-year leadership development program at the start of a 5-year employment contract with the World Bank, IFC or MIGA. Young Professionals (YPs) start the programme in Washington, DC, where they engage in intensive training on-the-job and in the classroom.

Eligibility

• Be born on or after the 1st October 1991
• Have a master’s or doctoral degree
• Specialize in a field relevant to YPP Priority Areas
• Demonstrate relevant professional experience or continued study at the doctoral level
• Be fluent in English

Check here all the details about graduate degree requirements and professional experience requirements.

How to apply

Attach:

• CV
• Academic Credentials
• Answer 2 essay prompts 
• Short Summary of Thesis or Dissertation (World Bank candidates, only if applicable)
• 3 Professional or Academic Recommendations

Compensation 

YPs receive a salary and benefits package, including health, life, and accident insurance, a pension plan, and possible relocation and mobility benefits.

Deadline: 30 September 2023 at 11:59 PM UTC for IFC profiles only.

Read more here.