IMF offers great exposure to a terrific staff and holds good life/work balance - Research Assistant IMF Employee Review

4.0
Nov 3, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

Highly qualified employee base. Very collegial environment.

Cons

Quotas on nationalities. PhD economist credential required for plum positions.

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5.0
Jul 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I've been working here for about two years now. They're good people, trying to do good work.

Cons

Very low maturity in product, tech, and UX. Extremely hierarchical, to the point where it's obstructive -- but hey, that's what you get with places like these.

4.0
Jul 18, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good platform and exposure to macroeconomic policy

Cons

little mobility as an RA

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