Early Careers Programme: Industrial and Tech Transformation, Greater China
Category | Grade:ProfessionalEst. deadline:~ 14 Aug 2026Job ID:R4218Posted on:15 Jul 2026
Overview
The participant will support the Forum's China industrial and technology transformation portfolio through research, thought leadership, stakeholder engagement, project coordination and event delivery.
Department: China Industrial and Tech Transformation Team
Languages
Required: English, Chinese
Job Functions
- Manufacturing and Production
- Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Minimum Experience
Not listed
Estimated Salary
Not available
Responsibilities
- Conduct policy and industry research and landscape analyses for advanced manufacturing, AI, bioeconomy, industrial transformation and supply chain initiatives
- Develop thought-leadership outputs including case studies, blog posts, presentations, briefing notes and executive communications
- Map ecosystems, coordinate outreach and maintain relationships with industry, government, academia and partners
- Coordinate project planning and delivery across workstreams, milestones, documentation and reporting
- Assist the design and execution of executive meetings, workshops, public-private dialogues and Forum events
- Draft communications materials that showcase the impact of Forum industry transformation initiatives in China
Requirements
- Master's degree or higher completed or in progress
- Academic background or professional experience in technology, digital technologies, engineering, public policy, business or a related field
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Excellent project management, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin Chinese
Skills
Industry ResearchAdvanced ManufacturingArtificial IntelligenceIndustrial TransformationSupply ChainsThought LeadershipStakeholder EngagementEvent Delivery
Tools
Global Lighthouse NetworkMINDSBioBASEDTransitioning Industrial Clusters
Additional info
- Six-month full-time position at the World Economic Forum Beijing Representative Office
- Preferred start date is between 1 September 2026 and 1 October 2026
- No fixed closing date published; deadline is an estimated refresh window