Applications Are Open for ADB Young Professionals Program 2027

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Manila Time

About the Program

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a structured talent management program designed to build on early-career professionals’ training and experience, providing a foundation for a challenging and rewarding career in international development. Young Professionals are seen as potential future leaders contributing to ADB’s Strategy 2030 goal of building a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific. Established in 1966 and owned by 69 member countries, 50 from the region, ADB provides participants direct exposure to development instruments including loans, technical assistance, grants, and policy advice across Asia and the Pacific. The program is designed for high-performing early-career professionals who want to contribute to sustainable development across Asia and the Pacific. Selected Young Professionals begin their careers at ADB Headquarters in Manila and may work across different areas through rotational assignments, gaining exposure to development operations, policy and international finance. This is a paid professional position, not a scholarship or unpaid fellowship. As a Young Professional, your growth with ADB is considered vital to helping build a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific. At ADB, Young Professionals are viewed as potential future leaders.

Benefits of the Program

• Fixed 3-year term appointment as international staff at grade YP1, starting with an initial placement at ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines
• Competitive salary with progression: after a 12-month probationary period, confirmed Young Professionals are promoted to grade YP2, with promotion to Grade TI1 upon absorption into an assigned position
• Housing and education allowances where applicable
• Relocation support
• Retirement plan
• Health and medical benefits, including paid parental leave and insurance
• Staff development opportunities, including mentorship programs, training, and participation in fact-finding missions, policy studies, and project executions

Program Structure

• Initial Placement: All Young Professionals start at ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines, in an operations or operations-support role for approximately 18 months, gaining hands-on experience with ADB’s core operations, policies, and procedures
• Rotational Assignment: After 18 months, Young Professionals transition to a rotational assignment in another area of ADB, aligned with both career interests and organizational needs
• Multi-faceted Development: Participation in fact-finding missions, policy studies, and project executions, plus access to a Young Professional mentorship program with experienced international staff

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a national of an ADB member country
• Must be 32 years old or below
• Must hold at least a first-level university degree with proven academic track record in a field relevant to the job role
• Must have at least 3 years of work experience relevant to ADB (internships count)
• A PhD may be considered in lieu of work experience
• Passionate and committed to development work
• Keen, agile learner with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates undergo a multi-stage selection process including an online assessment, a video interview, and panel interviews taking place between December and February.

How to Apply

• Visit the “Current Opportunities” tab on the ADB careers page to explore available positions
• Sign up for ADB Job Alerts to stay informed of new postings
• Submit your application before the deadline of September 30, 2026

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