The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Economist Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
About The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Economist Program
Opportunity Details
The IMF is inviting applications for its 2026 Economist Program (EP). As an EP you will join a team of staff working to address key global economic challenges and build a career that will allow you to apply your knowledge, skills, and research to policy related work that directly impacts our 191 member countries.
Working closely with experienced economists, you will be given considerable responsibility in carrying out operations-related analysis, research and policy development. You will have the chance to work closely with country authorities to make a meaningful contribution on a global stage, fostering monetary cooperation, securing financial stability, facilitating international trade, promoting sustainable economic growth, and reducing poverty.
Benefits of The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Economist Program
- Depending on your assignments, you will gain broad experience in regional and country-specific issues, as well as in fiscal, monetary, balance of payments, debt, or other related issues and contribute to our analytical and research work.
- During the program, you will have access to a wide range of professional, technical, and language training and development activities to enhance your professional skills and career development.
- You will also be mentored, guided, and supported by seasoned economists, all with a view of ensuring a satisfying and exciting start to your career at the IMF.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Economist Program Requirements
The IMF is seeking top economists from around the world who:
- Have recently completed or are expected to complete your PhD within a year (or less) of joining the IMF, in fields including macroeconomics, finance, public finance, monetary economics, international economics, trade, poverty issues, macro-climate, political economy, econometrics or related areas.
- Are able to demonstrate a sound understanding of macroeconomics (even if specialized in other areas during graduate school) and use conceptual frameworks to explain complex ideas, navigate around the different sectors of an economy and highlight the linkages between these sectors.
- Possess an excellent academic record.
- Have proven analytical, quantitative, and IT skills.
- Are a national of one our member countries.
- Will be below age 34 at entry to the program on September 8, 2026.
- Have strong written and oral English skills.
Application Date and Process
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Application Deadline
04 December, 2025
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