IMF Economist Programme

Run by International Monetary Fund

A three-year programme for recent PhD economists, with two rotations. Interviews run October to January and offers follow in early February.

Between rounds
The next round is expected around September 2026.

What it asks for

As published by the sponsor. Fields the sponsor does not state are omitted rather than guessed.

Age
Under 34
Education
A PhD in economics or a related field, held or within a year of completion
Experience
Judged on a research record rather than on years served
Who may apply
Open to all nationalities
Enters at
Economist, on a three-year programme of two rotational assignments
Apply through
The IMF recruitment site

Tell me when this opens

One email when the next round opens. Nothing else, and it can be stopped any time.

IMF’s official page Checked 26 Aug 2026

Terms change between rounds — confirm there before applying.

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