For more than half a century, the World Bank has been recruiting and training its future leaders through its Young Professionals Program. The program did take a hiatus in 2014 due to an organizational shakeup but started back up again in 2015.
Recently, the program has taken some steps aimed at improving transparency in the selection process. It has updated its website with more guidance to candidates on how they can improve their chances of bagging one of the coveted spots, including tips for interviewing.
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Ma. Eliza VillarinoDevexElizaJV
Currently based in New York City, Eliza is a veteran journalist focused on covering the most pressing issues and latest innovations in global health, humanitarian aid, sustainability and development. A member of Mensa, Eliza has earned a master's degree in public affairs and bachelor's degree in political science from the University of the Philippines.
