World Bank 2021 Young Professionals Program (YPP)

Published: 23 Aug 2021 2,306 views

Application window opens for the 2021 World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP) for professionals around the globe. If you are a person who demonstrates a passion for international development, graduate education, relevant professional experience, and the potential to grow into any of the impactful leadership roles across the WBG, then you should apply.

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.

World Bank Young Professionals Program

Application Deadline	September 20, 2021
Country to study	United States
Type	Graduate Programme
Sponsor	World Bank
Gender	Men and Women

Requirements for World Bank Young Professionals Program

To be considered for the World Bank Young Professionals Program (YPP) 2021, applicants must:

• Be born on or after October 1, 1989
• Have a master’s or doctoral degree*
• Specialize in a field relevant to YPP Business Areas
• Demonstrate relevant professional experience or continued study at the doctoral level**
• Be fluent in English
• The 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.

Selection Process

The World Bank Group is closely monitoring COVID-19 developments. To ensure the safety of our current and prospective staff, the 2021 YPP interviews will be conducted virtually. Activities may include:

• An assessment center, where you will be asked to participate in individual and group exercises
• Timed computer-based financial tests

Applicants who are invited to interview will be provided with more detail as the process moves along.

Candidates are assessed based on experience, technical expertise, and competencies such as client orientation, leadership and communication.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV
• Academic Credentials
• 1 Short Essay
• Short Summary of Thesis or Dissertation (World Bank candidates, only if applicable)
• 3 Professional or Academic Recommendations

Application Deadline

September 20, 2021

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to World Bank on login.worldbankgroup.org to apply