ECP Spring 2026 – Media, Communities and Events, Greater China
Contribute to innovation and community engagement in Greater China.
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Overview
Contribute to innovation and community engagement in Greater China.
You have:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Liberal Arts, or any field where you cultivated a systems-thinking and innovative mindset.
- Native-level proficiency in spoken and written Chinese and English; other languages, particularly French and/or German, an asset.
- A voracious learner with a demonstrated passion for technology trends, artificial intelligence, and the future of work.
- Exceptional communicator – able to articulate complex ideas simply, both in writing and verbally.
- Proactive networker & researcher – not afraid to reach out to people, conduct deep-dive research, and connect dots across disparate information sources.
- Project-savvy & organized – able to manage multiple streams of work, and drive tasks to completion with autonomy.
The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the international organization for public-private cooperation.
The Forum engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas.
Why we are recruiting
The Media, Communities and Events team at the World Economic Forum’s Beijing Representative Office plays a central role in convening stakeholders and nurturing communities that advance the Forum’s mission in Greater China.
We are seeking an Early Career Professional (ECP) who is intellectually curious, adaptable, and comfortable operating in evolving spaces. The role is intentionally broad and may evolve over time, offering exposure to community-building, innovation ecosystems, emerging technologies (including AI), and strategic projects that support the Forum’s work.
Reporting Lines & Interactions
The ECP will be based in the World Economic Forum’s Beijing Representative Office, reporting to Manager, Media, Communities and Events, Greater China. The role involves close collaboration with colleagues across the Forum, as well as interaction with external stakeholders including innovators, entrepreneurs, and community members. The ECP will act as a connector, researcher, and project contributor across multiple initiatives.
Main responsibilities
- Innovation & Horizon Scanning: Research and identify emerging trends, innovators, startups, and initiatives relevant to the Forum’s work in Greater China, synthesizing insights into clear and actionable inputs.
- Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Support the development and day-to-day operation of innovation-focused communities by assisting with outreach, engagement, and relationship-building across diverse stakeholders.
- AI & Digital Enablement: Contribute to internal efforts to explore and adopt AI and digital tools by researching use cases, curating insights, and supporting small-scale pilots or learning initiatives.
- Project Coordination & Insight Synthesis: Maintain databases and trackers, monitor engagement and activities, and prepare concise summaries, presentations, or dashboards to support decision-making.
- Flexible Strategic Support: Provide adaptable support on special projects and evolving priorities, demonstrating learning agility, sound judgment, and the ability to work across changing scopes.
Preferred Requirements and Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Liberal Arts, or any field where you cultivated a systems-thinking and innovative mindset.
- A voracious learner with a demonstrated passion for technology trends, artificial intelligence, and the future of work. You might follow key influencers, listen to innovation podcasts, or tinker with new tools in your own time.
- Exceptional communicator – able to articulate complex ideas simply, both in writing and verbally. You can engage a startup founder, an internal engineer, and a business leader with equal effectiveness.
- Proactive networker & researcher – you are not afraid to reach out to people, conduct deep-dive research, and connect dots across disparate information sources.
- Project-savvy & organized – you can manage multiple streams of work, and drive tasks to completion with autonomy.
- Native-level proficiency in spoken and written Chinese and English; other languages, particularly French and/ or German, an asset
- Bonus Points For: prior experience in a startup, incubator, or student-led innovation initiative.
Preferred start date: between March 15 and April 15,2026
Why work at the Forum
We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and co-operation, shaping mind-sets and agendas and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
Why work at the Forum:
The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you conducted deep research on a technology trend. What was the outcome? | To gauge your research skills and ability to synthesize complex information. | Explain the context, the methods used for your research, and the impact of your findings. |
| Can you give an example of how you have successfully communicated a complex idea to a diverse audience? | To understand your communication abilities. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell me about a time when you had to adapt a project due to changing circumstances. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to build a network with stakeholders in the innovation community? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a project you managed with multiple stakeholders. How did you ensure effective collaboration? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What emerging technology trends do you find most exciting and why? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you explain a time when you had to learn something new quickly? How did you approach it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach engaging and building relationships with diverse stakeholders in the community? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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