Are you a recent graduate? Do you have passion for helping others? Are you looking for a solid work experience in a multicultural environment? If so, you may be interested in the World Bank’s Junior Professional Associate (JPA) program.

The JPA program is a unique opportunity to gain entry-level professional experience and first-hand exposure to the challenges-and rewards-of international development. In your JPA assignment, you’ll work with more senior workmates and project teams on reducing poverty.

What are we looking for?

You should be 28 years of age or younger. Your academic achievements are superior. Your analytical and research skills extend to areas of specialization such as: economics, finance, human development, social sciences, agriculture, environment, etc. An equivalent of a bachelor’s(学士)degree is the minimum.

You are fluent in English and, preferably, in at least one other bank language (Chinese, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, or Portuguese). You love technology and integrate it in your work.

What are we offering you?

We will provide you with the opportunity to gain entry-level professional experience in a premier development institution, on a two-year contract with benefits. Since this program is highly competitive, applicants may be asked to submit academic records as well as references. The World Bank will contact only those whom hiring managers wish to interview. Positions may be located in any of the World Bank’s offices across the world.

How to apply?

Interested candidates may apply online. Please note that applications will be kept active in our database for a period of six months. Should you still be interested in JPA program after six months, you will need to re-apply.

CREATIVE SUMMER CAMPS

Video Game Design

This international organization is aimed at inspiring girls to explore the world of games and build their confidence in the areas of math and technology. Students are grouped based on skill levels. Girls at all levels are welcome!

History Summer Camp

Each day, kids will have a task to explore a different aspect of past life, including food, work, music, art through games, storytelling and even silent films.

Adventures in Creative Writing

This helps improve your writing skills if you have already mastered the basics of good writing. You’ll discover new techniques and polish your writing.

Heathwood Hall Guitar

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced guitar player who wants to improve your skills, Heathwood Hall Guitar provides top-quality guitar instruction using a variety of fun games and exercises.

Basic Drawing Writing Camp

This camp helps beginners discover the basic skills of drawing and writing and how to make it come to life on paper.

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The Sweet Shop is a brand-new gift store created just for chocolate lovers. The shop sells a wonderful collection of chocolate-themed goodies from dark to white chocolate. It is extremely popular with all kinds of parties, chocolate lovers and people who are looking for a fun activity.

A favorite shopping destination for many foreigners. Blue is devoted to top brands including expensive famous wines which are all 30 percent off, maybe 40 to 50 percent off. We have more than 70 kinds of world-famous wine in our store.

Quality Stuff Off-Price Department Store opened only one month ago and it features new sportswear this season. They have well-known brands such as Nike, Adidas, Levis, Nautica and Hush Puppies. Quality Stuff Off-Price Department Store is famous for the discounted price of each item. Discount rates vary from 40 percent to 80 percent. The best buys here are some brands, which find a nice balance among style, quality and price.