WBG Young Professionals Program (YPP)
Why Apply
Through our Young Professionals Program (YPP), we select top talent to advance the World Bank Group¡¯s mission. Nearly a thousand YPP alumni work at the World Bank Group today, at the World Bank, IFC, and MIGA. They work across a wide range of sectors and technical streams ¨C from A to W: Agriculture to Water ¨C and on every work program in between. Most hold senior management and technical leadership positions and serve a key role in shaping the future of international development. Our YP community is strong, active, and influential, allowing new YPs the opportunity to build a dynamic professional network within this group and beyond.
If you are looking for an unparalleled opportunity to learn, grow, lead, and have meaningful impact towards a world free of poverty on a livable planet, we invite you to apply to join our team.
"The YP Program supported my growth by easing my transition into the WBG, building connections, and offering rotations that clarified where my skills fit. Mentorship boosted my confidence early on."
"The YP Program has shaped my growth by challenging me to step beyond my comfort zone, embrace leadership opportunities, and deepen my expertise through ongoing training - broadening my impact in the investment field."
"The Young Professionals Program at the World Bank connects research to policy and lets me work across sectors for real-world impact. Collaborating with experts from various fields encourages constant learning. Through diverse global projects, I've gained practical insights that will shape my future career."
"The Young Professionals Program at the World Bank Group helps me gain global experience and explore different interests through rotations. The program's skills training and networking create a supportive community, and having a buddy helps with quick integration."
"The Young Professionals Program expanded my understanding of global development and socioeconomic issues. Collaborating with diverse colleagues made me more adaptable and open-minded."
"ľ¹ÏÓ°Ôº's Young Professionals Program aligns with my background and interest, and provides growth through training, mentoring, and networking."
"The Young Professionals Program has provided me with direct connections to motivating leaders, meaningful mentorship, and the opportunity to contribute significantly right from the start."
"The Young Professionals Program offers opportunities to work on impactful transactions across different regions globally."
"The YP Program equips me through training, mentoring, and diverse professional exchanges, offering the chance to share ideas and develop new solutions together."
"The Young Professionals Program accelerates your growth, provides the opportunity to work with global experts, engage in targeted training, and connect with a vibrant network of peers."
"Joining The Young Professionals Program at the World Bank Group opens doors to leadership events, targeted training, and lasting connections with peers - empowering you to grow your career while making a real impact from day one."
"The YP Program broadens global outlooks, strengthens cross-cultural skills, and accelerates careers in development finance, all while building a strong, supportive professional network."
Consultants
Extended Term Consultants (ETC)
12-month contracts with partial benefits. Benefits include medical insurance, leave, and 15% premium upon termination of the appointment. ETCs are renewable for a life-time cap of three years.
Short Term Consultants (STC)
STCs have a 150-day (or less) contract per fiscal year with no benefits. STCs working in Fragile States are eligible to work up to 190 days per fiscal year. Health insurance plans are made available for independent purchase.
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