The IMF Fund Internship Program (FIP) offers graduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international economics, finance, and law at the International Monetary Fund headquarters in Washington, D.C. Both internships below are paid, 10–12 weeks long, and run between June and September 2026.
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IMF Fund Internship Program Summary
| Host Country | United States of America |
| Host Organization | International Monetary Fund (IMF) |
| Eligible Nationalities | All |
| Financial Coverage | Full |
| Degree Level | Master’s or PhD |
| Internship Duration | 10–12 weeks |
| Deadline | November 17, 2025 |
A. Legal Department Internship
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Duration: 10–12 weeks (June–September 2026)
Application Deadline: November 17, 2025
Requisition ID: 25-R8575
Department: LEGGA: Legal Department, Governance and Anti-Corruption Division
Overview
Interns in the Legal Department will work under senior IMF lawyers on projects that align with the department’s work program. Past research areas include:
- Corruption and its impact on sovereign lending and debt restructuring
- Insider trading and financial regulation
- International monetary and financial law
- Digital currency and AML/CFT frameworks
- Cross-border payments and financial integrity
- Sanctions and governance frameworks
Eligibility
- Within 1–2 years of completing an LL.M., J.D., or equivalent law degree
- Must be a current student returning to university after an internship
- Under 32 years old
- Excellent English (written and oral)
- Strong quantitative and computer skills
Application Requirements
- Completed online application form
- Answers to all application questions
- CV/Resume
- Current university transcript
- Two academic reference letters (may be submitted later if shortlisted)
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B. Economist Internship
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Duration: 10–12 weeks (June–September 2026)
Application Deadline: November 17, 2025
Requisition ID: 25-R8539
Overview
Interns work under IMF economists on research and policy analysis related to macroeconomics, global growth, and sustainable finance. Projects may culminate in a published research paper. Past participants have contributed to IMF country analyses and macroeconomic modelling.
Eligibility
- PhD student in macroeconomics or a related field
- Within 1–2 years of completing a PhD
- Must be in student status after internship
- Under 32 years old (exceptions for mandatory military service)
- Excellent English (written and oral)
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and computer skills
Application Requirements
- Online application and technical questionnaire
- CV/Resume
- Statement of interest/cover letter
- Proof of active student status (recent transcript or university letter)
- GPA or academic record
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Additional Details
- Paid internship (40 hrs/week)
- Two possible start dates:
- June 1 – August 21, 2026
- June 15 – September 4, 2026
- Visa: IMF facilitates G4 visa for non-U.S. citizens
- Housing: Not provided by the IMF
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