Economist Program 2027
Core
Recent PhD graduates conduct macroeconomic policy analysis, country work, and research to inform IMF decisions for 191 member nations.
Role type
Junior policy economist (recent PhD)
Builds
Policy advice, country programs, and research reports for IMF member nations
Domain
International finance + Macroeconomics
Required skills
Macroeconomic analysis, quantitative methods, data analysis, written communication, spoken English, analytical thinking
Preferred skills
Experience in finance, labor economics, development economics, or gender economics
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Analyze economic developments and risks for countries or regions; Assess fiscal, monetary, and external sector policies; Conduct research on IMF policy priorities; Help member countries strengthen economic institutions and policies
Seniority
Junior, recent PhD graduate