World Bank Group Young Professionals Program 2026

The World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (YPP) is now accepting applications for its 2026 cohort. This prestigious program offers a unique opportunity for young professionals to join one of the world's leading international organizations and contribute to solving global development challenges.

📖 About the Program

For over 60 years, the Young Professionals Program has been a highly competitive and rewarding initiative. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds, exceptional technical skills, outstanding leadership potential, and a demonstrated commitment to the World Bank Group's mission and values.

Young Professionals (YPs) work across the World Bank, IFC, and MIGA, tackling some of the world's most pressing development challenges to improve the lives of millions globally.

Key Features:

• Duration: Two-year term, with the possibility of a five-year renewable contract based on performance.
• YP Academy: A structured learning and talent development journey, including:
  • Technical and operations training
  • Language programs
  • Negotiation and business skills
  • Leadership development
  • One-on-one coaching and mentoring
  • Strategy-focused dialogues with senior leaders

🎁 Benefits

Participants in the World Bank Group YPP will enjoy the following benefits:

• Competitive salary as part of a five-year term contract.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health, life, and accident insurance
  • Pension plan
  • Potential relocation and mobility benefits

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Education: Minimum of a master’s degree with 2–6 years of professional working experience.
• Nationality: Must hold citizenship of a World Bank Group member country (verified via passport or equivalent document).
• Degree Completion:
  • A master’s-level degree or equivalent in a relevant field must be completed before September 1, 2026.
  • Doctoral candidates must have substantially completed their research and submitted all written work by the same date.
• Language Proficiency: Excellent command of spoken and written English (fluency in other languages is advantageous).
• Employment Restrictions:
  • Cannot be a current World Bank Group staff member.
  • Cannot hold an ET or ST contract with the Bank.
  • Former Bank interns may apply if their internship ended on or before September 30, 2025.
• Other Requirements: Must comply with the employment eligibility policy.

📅 Application Timeline and Process

Key Dates:

• Application Portal Opens: September 1, 2025
• Application Deadline: September 30, 2025, at 11:59 UTC
• Interviews and Assessments: December 2025 – January 2026
• Final Selection Notification: Late January 2026

Application Requirements:

Applicants must prepare the following documents for submission:

1. CV/Resume: Ideally one page, but no longer than two pages.
2. Passport Photo Page: To confirm birth date and primary nationality.
3. Transcripts or Enrollment Letters: To verify post-graduate educational degrees and (expected) completion dates.

Additional Notes:

• Ensure your work program selection is clearly supported by your skills, education, and experience.
• Late applications will not be considered.

🌟 How to Apply

• View detailed program information on the World Bank Group Young Professionals Program page.
• Submit your application via the World Bank Group Careers Portal.

📌 Important Dates

• Application Deadline: September 30, 2025

This is your chance to join a global team of professionals dedicated to making a difference in the world. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the World Bank Group Young Professionals Program 2026!

• Competitive salary as part of a 5-year term contract
• A benefits package including health, life, and accident insurance, plus a pension plan, and possibly relocation and mobility