The WBG YPP is a starting point for an exciting career at the World Bank Group. Young Professionals are recruited from around the world with various academic and professional backgrounds relevant to the World Bank, IFC and MIGA. We are looking for applicants who demonstrate a passion for international development, graduate education, relevant professional experience, and the potential to grow into impactful leadership roles across our institutions.
The WBG YPP offers Young Professionals a unique opportunity to work on the frontlines of international development. Candidates should be willing to relocate to field-based assignments, especially those supporting client countries experiencing Fragility, Conflict and Violence (FCV) and other challenging environments.
About World Bank
With 189 member countries, staff from more than 170 countries, and offices in over 130 locations, the World Bank Group is a unique global partnership: five institutions working for sustainable solutions that reduce poverty and build shared prosperity in developing countries. Together, IBRD and IDA form the World Bank, which provides financing, policy advice, and technical assistance to governments of developing countries. IDA focuses on the world�s poorest countries, while IBRD assists middle-income and creditworthy poorer countries. While our five institutions have their own country m...... read more
World Bank Group Young Professionals Program
| Application Deadline | 15 Jul 2022 |
| Type | College School |
| Sponsor | World Bank |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of World Bank Group Young Professionals Program
- YPs are offered a competitive salary and benefits package as part of a 5-year term contract. Benefits include health, life and accident insurance, a pension plan and possible relocation and mobility benefits depending on WBG guidelines.
Requirements for World Bank Group Young Professionals Program Qualification
To be considered for the WBG YPP, applicants must:
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| *Graduate degree requirements: For World Bank placement: Complete a relevant master's degree by September 2022 or PhD before September 2023. Fields of study should be related to a World Bank Business Area. For IFC & MIGA placement: Complete a relevant graduate degree by September 2023. Fields of study should be related to an IFC or MIGA Business Area, including but not limited to a Master's of Business Administration (or equivalent), Economics, Finance, International Relations, Science and Engineering. **Professional experience requirements: For World Bank placement: Demonstrate 3+ years of relevant experience, or the equivalent in continued study at the doctoral level. For IFC & MIGA placement: Demonstrate 4+ years of relevant experience in finance, political risk insurance and credit enhancement, project/program development, economic development and/or consulting. Certifications such as the CFA are a plus. | |
| ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS To be competitive, applicants should additionally:
The following attributes are a plus:
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Interview date, Process and Venue for World Bank Group Young Professionals Program
Applications are open June 15 – July 15 for all profiles and from August 15 – September 30 for IFC and MIGA profiles only.
Documents Required for Application
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| *Diploma, Degree Completion Letter, Proof of Enrollment with Expected Graduation Date or Transcript. **Recommendations will be requested via email during the eligibility screening stage. |
Application Deadline
July 15, 2022How to Apply
Before applying, ensure that you meet all eligibility requirements and have reviewed the application checklist below, for required material. Applications must be completed by 11:59 PM UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) on the last day of the application period. On the application, candidates must select the institution that they believe best aligns with their skillset (the World Bank, IFC or MIGA). Duplicate applications will not be reviewed and will not increase one’s chances of selection
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