Paid Economics Research Internship — Global Policy Focus

United Nations And International; Washington, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The IMF Fund Internship 2027 offers PhD students in economics the chance to gain hands-on research experience at the IMF headquarters in Washington, D.C. This full-time, paid program runs for 10 to 12 weeks starting in June 2027.

Interns work with IMF economists on macroeconomic research and policy-relevant projects. Eligibility includes being within one to two years of completing a PhD and remaining enrolled students.

Qualifications

• PhD students in economics or related fields
• Strong written and spoken English
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and computer skills

Responsibilities

• Spend 10 to 12 weeks working with IMF staff at headquarters in Washington, D.C.
• Engage in individual research or project work based on academic background and IMF needs
• Contribute to macroeconomic research, international economic policy, and quantitative analyses

Job description

The IMF Fund Internship 2027 offers PhD students in economics the chance to gain hands-on research experience at the IMF headquarters in Washington, D.C. This full-time, paid program runs for 10 to 12 weeks starting in June 2027.

Interns work with IMF economists on macroeconomic research and policy-relevant projects. Eligibility includes being within one to two years of completing a PhD and remaining enrolled students.