Open Now!! Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP) 2023
PROGRAM UPDATE: The World Bank and IFC have merged their respective Young Professionals Programs into one World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP).
The new program is now accepting applications on behalf of three institutions (the World Bank, IFC and MIGA). Building on the rich legacy of its predecessor programs, the WBG YPP will recruit and develop future leaders to collaborate effectively across our institutions on joint WBG solutions to development challenges.
Young Professionals are recruited from around the world, with preference to nationals of WBG member countries and countries of operations. We welcome all qualified individuals from diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.
WHO CAN APPLY?
| To be considered for the WBG YPP, applicants must: Be born on or after October 1, 1990Have a master’s or doctoral degree*Specialize in a field relevant to YPP Business AreasDemonstrate relevant professional experience or continued study at the doctoral level**Be fluent in EnglishThe Bank’s Group recruitment policy is to hire staff of the highest caliber, on as wide a geographical basis as possible, with preference to nationals of WBG member countries or countries of operations. |  |
| *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: Demonstrate4+ 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:Display a commitment and passion for international developmentPossess outstanding academic credentialsExhibit excellent client engagement, communication and team leadership skillsDemonstrate knowledge of relevant sector trendsThe following attributes are a plus: Work experience in emerging markets or developing countriesFull proficiency in one of the following official WBG languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish |  |
YPP BUSINESS AREAS
YPs are placed into several priority areas of the WBG business. To be eligible for the WBG YPP, candidates must demonstrate experience in at least one of the topics listed below. For more information on these business areas, please review the following websites: World Bank, IFCorMIGA.
How to apply for this scholarship