Graduate Programmes at European Central Bank

“The ECB's Graduate Programme 2026 offers a two-year fixed-term contract in Frankfurt, Germany, starting September 1, 2026. It's open to EU nationals with a postgraduate degree, preferably a PhD, completed between February 1, 2024, and January 31, 2026. The programme offers a net monthly salary of EUR 4,982 plus benefits, two challenging one-year assignments, and the opportunity to prepare a project paper. Successful completion may lead to an extension and a career at the ECB.”

“* carry out research on a topic of relevance for the ECB (as outlined in the research proposal submitted when ...”

“In these areas we perform analytical and policy work in the field of economics, as well as working to optimise...”