The IMF Economist Program

November 6, 2021

IMF is looking for young economists who want to have influence on the global stage and who can bring the latest in economic thought and multidisciplinary approaches to help us address key global economic challenges, such as fostering global monetary cooperation, securing financial stability, boosting international trade, promoting employment and sustainable economic growth, and reducing poverty.

Expectations for the Economist

The EP offers you a well-rounded experience of the IMF’s work and provides a unique foundation for a thought-provoking and fulfilling career as an economist.

During the program, an economist is subject to real work and real responsibilities that include: policy development, country or regional operational work, research, and capacity development and teaching.

During the three-year program, you will rotate through two departmental assignments, joining economic teams working in regional and country-specific surveillance as well as in fiscal, monetary, balance of payments, debt, or related issues.

Qualifications

We are seeking 30 top economists from around the world who:

Have recently completed or are expected to complete a PhD within a year (or less) of joining in fields including macroeconomics, finance, public finance, monetary economics, international economics, trade, poverty issues, political economy, econometrics or related areas.
Possess an excellent academic record.
Have validated analytical, quantitative, and IT skills.
Show an interest in, and aptitude for, working in an international organization, and contributing to economic policy issues.
Be a national of one our member countries.
Be below age 34 at entry to the program on September 12, 2022.
Have strong written and oral English skills.

How to Apply

The application process opens annually in late September, with a notice on the IMF Career Site. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed between October and January, with offers made in early February. The selection process consists of multiple stages, which may run in parallel to one another.