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IMF Research Analyst Program (RAP)

Two-year analyst jobs in Washington, D.C.

International Monetary Fund · Washington, D.C., United States

Open to Tunisian applicants

Checked on 28 Oct 2026

Who: Recent quantitative graduates, GPA 3.5/4.0

31 Dec 2026Deadlinein 2 months

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In short

The International Monetary Fund's Research Analyst Program hires recent graduates in economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, finance or data science for a two-year contract at IMF headquarters in Washington, D.C. The IMF welcomes applications from all geographical areas and asks for a GPA of at least 3.5/4.0 or the equivalent. The IMF job site lists 31 December 2026 as the end date of the posting.

Who can apply

Nationality: The IMF says applications from all geographical areas are welcome for the RAP, so Tunisian graduates can apply. Research analysts are hired on a wide geographical basis.
Degree: A recent bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, statistics, mathematics, finance, data science or another quantitative field. Holders of an advanced degree with limited work experience may be considered.
Grades: A cumulative GPA of at least 3.5/4.0, or the equivalent for a foreign diploma, overall and in the main subject. A transcript must be uploaded.
Skills and language: Excel, PowerPoint and an econometrics package such as Stata, EViews or MATLAB. Python, R, Tableau or Power BI are desirable. Excellent written and spoken English.