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World Bank Young Professionals Program 2026 (YPP)

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To all young professionals who want to kick-start their careers in international development? Well, Applications are now open to apply for the

World Bank Young Professionals Program 2026.

World Bank Group, through its official portal, has recently made the announcement of its flagship recruitment program YPP 2026, exclusively designed for talented and highly motivated individuals who want to pursue their careers in international development. The Young Professional program offers work programs in

two tracks: (1) Operations, (2) Specialized function track . Applicants from diverse academic backgrounds are invited to submit their applications. The young professional program is a full-time employment at the World Bank. Selected applicants will join as

mid-career professionals (GF Level)

on an initial 2-year term contract that may be extended to a 5-year contract based on performance Applicants need to choose the work program that aligns with their experience and professional background. Applicants from World Bank member countries holding a masters degree with a minimum of 2-6 years of professional work experience in the relevant area are eligible to apply. The YPP program is primarily based at the

World Bank Group headquarters in Washington, DC, USA.

However, some young professionals may be placed in World Bank country offices worldwide. The application window for the World Bank Young Professionals Program is currently open the last date for the submission of applications is

September 30th, 2025.

Read more details about the YPP 2026 below. Programme:

World Bank YPP 2026 Offered by:

World Bank Group Position:

Mid Career Professional (GF Level) Coverage:

Fully Funded Location:

USA, or any WB offices worldwide Application Deadline:

September 30th, 2025 The World Bank YPP 2026 offers a wide range of benefits, such as: World Bank Group offers competitive salaries to YPs 2-year initial contract followed by a 5-year renewable contract Relocation support Pathway to a long-term career within the World Bank Access to cutting-edge training under the mentorship of World Bank experts Exposure to real-time high-impact projects Eligiblity Criteria

Applicants fulfilling the following criteria are invited to apply: The World Bank YPP is accepting applications from applicants from World Bank Group

member countries Applicants holding a masters degree or higher in the areas related to public policy, finance, economics, engineering, social sciences, public health, education, or other development-related fields. Have 1-2 years of relevant professional work experience Excellent command of the written and spoken English language Candidates already serving in the World Bank are not eligible to apply Applicants must not be older than 32 years of age at the time of application Required Documents

Updated CV/Resume Short Essay (limit 1000 words) Copy of the highest degree Degree transcript Valid passport or national ID Recommendation letter from academic referees (Optional) The application process for the

World Bank YPP 2026 is online,

via the official portal. All interested applicants need to submit their online application along with the required documents by

September 30th, 2025.

Late applications will not be entertained. Successful applicants will be called for the interviews, and the result will be announced by

no later than January 2026. To apply, visit the official link below: Contact us at:opportunitiesradar@gmail.com Opportunities Radar - A one-stop platform for aspiring youth to find the latest scholarships, internships, exchange programs, and Conferences #J-18808-Ljbffr