I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at World Bank Group (Washington, DC) in Mar 2011
Interview
I was interviewed by the manager, the senior manager and the junior team. They asked me about my experience, my dissertation, and my comments about the current projects they were doing. The interview was relatively easy, as compared to others.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q. What did I do in my previous job? What was my dissertation about? What are the main challenges of financial markets in Latin America?
I interviewed at World Bank Group (Washington, DC)
Interview
Panel interview four panelists. Three technical questions and one hr type question. Short answers and then a second round where they follow up asking for more details. The interview took place online.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Is globalization good or bad for the global economy
Interview with 4 people based around the world including administrative person. Each person had at least 2 questions with most questions coming from the manager. Questions were technical in nature but also included at least one round of questioning on soft skills.
I interviewed at World Bank Group (Washington, DC)
Interview
normal interview. Competency-based interview that can easily be prepared for. If you have done other interviews with international organisations, an interview with the WB will be a piece of cake for you.