Research Assistant Program (RAP)
As a Research Assistant Program (RAP) participant, you will have a unique opportunity to acquire valuable real-world work experience in the IMF’s operational and policy work, use and improve your quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, increase your knowledge of technology, information systems, and the Web, as well as your research abilities. The program lasts for two years and we hire RAPs from around the world. Former RAPs have gone on to successful careers in a wide variety of analytical roles, many securing places in top academic institutions.
What Would I do
As a RAP, you will typically support the work of IMF economists. Duties may include:
Who Should Apply
You must have:
RAP Participants are hired on a wide geographical basis. All positions are located at the IMF Headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C.
Locally-based candidates (residing in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area) pursuing or holding a master’s degree may be eligible to apply to the Research Assistant vacancies outside of the RAP.