Are you passionate about driving innovation and change within your government? If so, here is an exciting opportunity! The World Bank Group is pleased to announce the call for applications for its flagship “World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship 2027.” This prestigious, short-term, 6-month fellowship, offered by the World Bank Group in collaboration with University College London (UCL), is designed for government officials and professionals working to improve public administration.
The program includes two weeks of intensive in-person training in Washington, D.C., USA, followed by remote learning, mentoring, and project management. It helps fellows learn to turn government data into real-world solutions that can transform how institutions work. No application fee is required. Applications for the Analytical Fellowship are open until November 16th, 2026. Read more details below.
World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship 2027 – Overview
- Offered by: World Bank Group
- Partner Institute: University College London
- Programme: Government Analytics Fellowship
- Duration: 6 Months
- Location: Remote – In-person USA
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: November 17th, 2026
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About WBG Analytical Fellowship
It’s a fully funded fellowship program offered by the World Bank Group that helps government professionals better understand how to use data to identify real problems, improve management, and make decisions. During the 6-month fellowship, participants will receive training and guidance from experts at the World Bank and UCL and develop a Government Analytical project for their government organization.
Who can Apply?
To be eligible for the World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be a government employee working in a central government organization
- Hold a mid-level management or senior analyst position
- Be nominated by their organization
- Be fluent in spoken and written English
- Must be available to attend in-person training in Washington, DC
- Have university-level coursework in statistics or related quantitative methods.
- Students and recent graduates are not eligible to apply
Fellowship benefits
- Participation in in-person training in Washington, DC
- Accommodation in the USA during the training dates
- Round-trip travel costs to and from the USA
- Mentorship and guidance from World Bank and UCL/Oxford faculty
- Support to develop a government analytical project
- Networking opportunities with experts and professionals from different countries
Fellowship Structure
- In-Person Training: Fellows will undergo intensive training in the USA
- Government Analytics Course: Learn how to use data to improve government operations
- Expert Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals
- Project Development: Develop a practical analytics project
- Online Training: Receive continued support from experts beyond the in-person training
Required Documents:
The following documents must be submitted in English:
- Comprehensive CV (Max 3 Pages).
- A 150-word summary of a government analytical project.
- Endorsement letter from your organization nominating you for a fellowship.
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How to Apply?
The application process for the WBG Government Analytics Fellowship 2027 is online. Visit the official link below, review the eligibility requirements, prepare the information requested in the new call, and submit your application.
Submit your application by November 16th, 2026.
Apply here for: Government Analytical Fellowship 2027
