how to get a job at the OECD

In February 2022, I gave a short interview to Paris School of International Affairs, Sciences Po about my employment at the OECD.

I shared what my responsibilities were, what was the most fastinating aspect of my job and most importantly, how I got a job at the OECD.

Unlike most Junior Policy Analyst, I did not do an internship before my contract. I did not have any connections at the OECD and in fact, I did not even know that the Crisis & Fragility Team existed!

So... how did I manage to get a job at the OECD?

Networking.
Having the right profile and experience.
Knowing how to present myself.
Being at the right place at the right time.
The right interview preparation.
Luck!

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Read the interview here.

Additionally, I have done a Youtube Video with the most important information about working for the OECD.

The video has chapters for an easy navigation:

00:00 Introduction

00:46 Disclaimer

01:35 General information

03:17 OECD tasks and responsibilities

05:53 Achievements: my publications

08:02 Working environment

11:45 Learning opportunities

19:38 OECD contract & salary

24:42 Struggles

33:57 Summary

Would you like to work at the OECD? If so, what positions are the most interesting for you?

How to get a job at the OECD?

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