THE OECD YOUNG PROFESSIONALS PROGRAMME

The OECD is a global economic forum working with 36 member countries and more than 100 emerging and developing economies to make better policies for better lives. Their mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. They provide a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. They aim to improve our efficiency and effectiveness; staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.

The Young Professionals Programme (YPP) brings talented young professionals into the OECD to work and develop their career with the guidance of senior colleagues.

Selected candidates are appointed at A1 grade.

The Programme lasts two years during which our Young Professionals (YPs) work with experienced and enthusiastic people, representative of a rich diversity of cultures, languages and professional backgrounds. They collaborate ‌with senior national policy makers who participate in the OECD’s technical and policy meetings each year. YPs research and analyse key current policy issues. They are at the centre of an international network, involved in some of the most innovative, high-profile research and policy discussions taking place.

Young Professionals are recruited for a fixed-term appointment of two years. At the end of the Programme, based on performance and organisational needs, YPs may wish to continue their careers at the OECD by applying for advertised vacancies.

YP assignments take place in Paris area, France, one of the most attractive cities in the world.

Travel may be required, depending on the area of work and role, for a variety of reasons including:

To be eligible, you must satisfy these criteria:

They  encourage active professional development throughout the Programme both:

Additionally, YPs receive informal mentorship and guidance from previous YP cohorts. Throughout the Programme, YPs will have ample networking opportunities within the OECD and beyond.

In order to apply, you must register an account.

For further information please visit the official web-page.