Graduate Economist (2027 Intake)
Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Two-year Graduate Economist programme at the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, with on-the-job training in two to three posts in economic research and macro-surveillance; on completion and subject to satisfactory performance, graduates are appointed as Economists. The official HKMA vacancy page lists monthly fixed pay at $50,000+ plus a lump-sum pay upon programme completion. Applicants submit a ~300-word essay; shortlisted candidates take a written test and interviews. Checked on the official HKMA page on 2026-10-30.
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Application deadline
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- Recorded closing date
- 31 Oct 2026
- Recruitment cycle
- 2027
- Location
- Hong Kong
Recorded closing date 31 Oct 2026 (Hong Kong time).
How to apply
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Recorded eligibility notes
- Postgraduate degree in economics, finance or a related field (current final-year students welcome to apply)
- Strong analytical ability and social and economic sense
- Strong skills in econometrics and data management
- Excellent English, preferably conversant in Chinese
- Submit a short essay of around 300 words with the application
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What to check at source
Applications must reach the HKMA by 31 October 2026. The official page states no visa or residency requirement.
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Recorded facts
- Official HKMA page: “Completed application should reach the HKMA, via the designated submission channel, by 31 October 2026.” Source ↗
- Official HKMA page: “(Monthly fixed pay at $50,000+ plus a lump-sum pay upon Programme completion)”. Source ↗
- Official HKMA page requirement: “Holder of a Postgraduate’s degree in economics, finance or a related field … (Current final-year students are welcome to apply.)” Source ↗