World Bank Group Young Professionals Program 2027

Opportunity overview

The World Bank Group Young Professionals Program recruits professionals to work across the World Bank, International Finance Corporation, and Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency. Participants begin with a two-year term that includes assignments, training, mentoring, and leadership development.

Minimum requirements

• Citizenship of a World Bank Group member country.
• A relevant master’s degree completed before the programme starts.
• Approximately two to six years of professional experience following undergraduate study.
• Strong spoken and written English. Additional World Bank working languages are advantageous.

Selection process

The published cycle includes an online application, technical review, assessment and interviews, and final selection. Candidates should prepare a focused CV, academic credentials, and evidence of technical expertise, leadership, collaboration, and commitment to the World Bank Group mission.

Important timing

The official programme calendar states that the application portal opens September 1, 2026 and closes September 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. UTC. Check the official page again when the portal opens for the live application link and any updated requirements.