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Asian Development Bank (ADB) Entry Programmes
Structured entry track for early-career professionals building an international development career at ADB. ADB also lists 2 other entry routes on this page.
Last reviewed: 15 July 2026
Entry programmes
ADB Internship Program
Project-oriented internship for graduate students to support ADB research and knowledge work. Applicants must be enrolled in a master's or PhD-level programme at a school in an ADB member country for the full internship period. Source
- Track: Traineeship
- Eligibility: Applicants must be nationals of an ADB member country.
- Minimum degree: Master's
- Typical window: Announced through ADB current opportunities
ADB Visiting Fellow Program
Short research fellowship for economists and related researchers to share work at ADB headquarters. The programme is intended for PhD holders or PhD candidates with ongoing research or a proposal relevant to ADB. Source
- Track: Fellowship
- Eligibility: Applicants must be nationals of an ADB member country.
- Minimum degree: PhD
- Typical window: January to March
ADB Young Professionals Program
Structured entry track for early-career professionals building an international development career at ADB. Candidates need at least three years of relevant work experience. Young Professionals are recruited as international staff on a three-year fixed-term appointment. Source
- Track: Young professional programme
- Eligibility: Applicants must be nationals of an ADB member country.
- Minimum degree: Bachelor's
- Typical max age: 32
- Typical window: Early September
How to read timing
Dates here describe official application patterns and recent calls, not live application deadlines. Read the current call on the programme or careers page before you apply.
Where to look next
Browse related open roles below, then read eligibility and deadlines on the official ADB careers site. For staff pay by grade, see the ADB salary guide.
Relevant open roles
Search all jobsUpdated through 21 July 2026 · 5 roles
- Investment SpecialistADB
Manila, PHCloses 3 AugThe Investment Specialist supports the origination, development, due diligence, approval and implementation of private sector infrastructure financing projects, and contributes to the development of policy and strategies of country programs while monitoring the development impact of the portfolio.
- Energy SpecialistADBManila, PHCloses 30 Jul
Support energy transition initiatives across ADB's developing member countries by contributing to policy dialogue, sector reforms, investment projects, and technical assistance.
- Human Resource Specialist (Legal)ADBManila, PHCloses 28 Jul
This role ensures effective support to the Director General and staff in designing and implementing HR policies and initiatives. The specialist provides policy guidance, reviews HR guidelines, supports case management, and oversees staff disputes and disciplinary processes.
- Special Project FacilitatorADBManila, PHCloses 27 Jul
The Special Project Facilitator leads the Office of the Special Project Facilitator (OSPF) in advancing its strategic goals and supporting ADB's broader mission, overseeing complaint resolution for project-affected individuals and guiding operational support to departments.
- Principal Treasury SpecialistADBManila, PHCloses 24 Jul
Oversee the implementation of TDCS activities on providing cost efficient financing solutions for both sovereign and non-sovereign clients with an emphasis on local currency financing operations.