Jumpstart Your Global Impact: World Economic Forum Early Careers Programme 2025
Are you a recent graduate passionate about global solutions and public-private cooperation? The World Economic Forum’s Early Careers Programme offers a fully paid, six-month placement for ambitious individuals ready to make a real-world difference. Join one of the world’s foremost platforms for global change—not merely an internship, but a career catalyst.
Programme Highlights
- Duration: 6 months
- Start Date: Sept–Oct 2025
- Locations: New York, Geneva, Beijing, Mumbai, Tokyo
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree holders with 1–2 years of professional experience
- Salary & Benefits: Competitive monthly stipend (e.g., CHF 4,500 for Geneva); health coverage and work authorization support for selected locations
What You’ll Do
Participants collaborate on high-impact thematic projects within areas such as:
- Trade, Geopolitics & Regional Agenda
- Technology & Digital Innovation
- Urban Transformation & Sustainability
- Health, Finance & Economic Inclusion
- Event Management & Business Operations
You’ll contribute to research, policy development, and stakeholder engagement—working alongside a global team at the Forum.
Why This Programme Matters
- Immerse in global governance and systems-level problem-solving
- Build a robust international network in a multicultural environment
- Gain hands-on experience with leading public and private sector initiatives
- Learn from top-tier professionals in an environment where mission meets action
Eligibility Overview
- Degree (BA/MA) completed or near-completion
- 1–2 years of relevant experience
- Willing to commit full-time for six months
- Adaptable, mission-driven, and team-oriented—ready for a fast-paced, multicultural workplace