IMF Economist Program (EP) 2027
About this internship
The IMF Economist Program (EP) is the primary entry point for PhD economists to begin a career at the International Monetary Fund. EPs work on macroeconomic policy, financial stability, international trade, and country surveillance across the IMF’s 190 member countries. The program includes rotational assignments across multiple IMF departments, providing broad exposure to the Fund’s work. After 3-4 years, successful EPs are promoted to Economist positions.
Who can apply
Must hold or be near completion of a PhD in economics or a closely related field (finance, public policy with quantitative focus). Must be under 33 years of age. Must be a citizen of an IMF member country. Strong quantitative and analytical skills required.
What you will do
- Join the IMF as an economist on rotational assignments across departments
- Work on country surveillance, lending, and policy analysis
- Apply economic research to real IMF operations
- Develop toward a long-term economist career at the Fund
Perks and benefits
- Starting salary of $95,000-$130,000/year (tax-advantaged as an international organization)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and pension benefits
- Education allowance for dependents
- Relocation package
- Annual home leave travel
- Access to IMF research resources and global dataset
- Mentorship by senior IMF economists
- Career advancement within the IMF
How to apply
- Hold or be completing a PhD in economics or a related field (typically under 34)
- Apply through the IMF recruitment portal for the Economist Program
- Submit your CV, references, and research
- Proceed through interviews and selection
Frequently asked questions
Is IMF Economist Program paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Paid Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does IMF Economist Program last? +
The listed duration is 3-4 years.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is December 15, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Must hold or be near completion of a PhD in economics or a closely related field (finance, public policy with quantitative focus). Must be under 33 years of age. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
