EBRD International Professionals Programme

We recruit high-calibre graduates for our 24-month International Professionals Programme (IPP), an immersive, focused and supportive programme for early-career candidates to unleash their potential and kick-start a career at the EBRD.

The IPP is made up of assignments designed to provide meaningful, hands on experience with the opportunity to develop your skills alongside top subject matter experts in a range of fields. There will be rotations through departments relevant to your specialism, including an assignment to one of our Resident Offices, deepening your understanding of and engagement with the EBRD’s mission and impact in our countries of operations.

During the programme you will undertake a tailored learning and development plan which encompasses in-depth technical training as well as personal and business skills development. You will be supported by your line manager, a mentor and a dedicated Programme Manager. We have positions available in the following areas:

• Banking
• Digital Transformation
• Risk
• Climate Strategy & Delivery
• Evaluation
• Finance
• Operations
• HR & OD
• Communications
• IT

Insights from past IPP participants

“My experience at the EBRD so far has been extraordinary and I can recommend the IPP without hesitation. I have the impression that my colleagues genuinely appreciate my work. I had the chance to work on new transactions from the first week and was able to get exposure to a wide range of different business areas, client sectors and geographical regions. Something that appealed to me in particular, is the openness to new ideas and how enthusiastically some of my suggestions have been taken on board.”

“Being part of the IPP means working on all stages of the project cycle, getting unique experience across sectors and countries. Rotations give you a great chance to work with outstanding people and better understand the Bank’s mission.”

“The programme would be a perfect fit for anyone who enjoys working in a truly multicultural environment and appreciates learning about new concepts on a daily basis. The variety of countries, sectors and innovative ideas is exhilarating and almost impossible to find anywhere else. Be ready for an adventure!”

In addition to initiative and a sense of adventure, we are looking for diverse candidates who have the following:

• A recent degree in a relevant field (these are outlined in the respective requirements for each role advertised).
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Another language is desirable.
• You must be a national of one of our shareholder countries.
• A keen interest in international development, private sector development, and field-based practical work.
• An eagerness to work in any of ourcountries of operations during the programme and your future career with the Bank.
• Results-driven with an open and flexible attitude towards change.
• Six to twelve months’ experience of working, travelling, or volunteering.

How to apply

IPP opportunities are advertised on our dedicated careers website (opens in new browser window).