Deadline: December 5, 2026
Applications are open for the IMF Fund Internship Program 2027. The Fund Internship Program (FIP) offers PhD students in economics an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the work of one of the world’s leading international financial institutions.
As a Fund intern, you’ll apply your economic research skills to real-world policy questions that matter to the IMF’s 191 member countries. You’ll work alongside experienced IMF economists, gain hands-on research experience, strengthen your analytical skills, and build a professional network in a uniquely international environment. Many interns present their findings to IMF staff, and some see their work published internally.
If you’re passionate about macroeconomics, international policy, and research that can make a global impact, the Fund Internship Program could be your next step.
Program Details
- Over 10 to 12 weeks, you’ll contribute to an individual research or project assignment while working alongside experienced IMF staff at IMF Headquarters in Washington, D.C. The internship provides practical experience, exposure to the IMF’s work, and the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world policy and operational challenges.
Eligibility
To be considered for the 2027 Fund Internship Program – Economists, you must:
- Be within one to two years of completing a PhD in macroeconomics or a related field.
- Be enrolled as a student at the time of the internship and return to your academic studies afterward.
- Be under the age of 32 when the internship begins in June 2027.
- Demonstrate excellent written and spoken English.
- Possess strong analytical, quantitative, and computer skills.
Application
As part of your online application, you must complete the technical questionnaire and upload the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Statement of Interest or Cover Letter explaining your motivation for applying to the IMF
- Evidence of current student status and academic performance, including either:
- A recent transcript from your current university program, or
- A letter from your university confirming active enrollment and recent grades.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted by a member of the FIP recruitment team. Previous participants in the Fund Internship Program are not eligible and should not reapply.
For more information, visit IMF Fund Internship Program.
