1 . Are you a recent graduate? Do you have passion for helping others? Are you looking for a solid work experience in a multicultural environment? If so, you may be interested in the World Bank’s Junior Professional Associate (JPA) program.

The JPA program is a unique opportunity to gain entry-level professional experience and first-hand exposure to the challenges-and rewards-of international development. In your JPA assignment, you’ll work with more senior workmates and project teams on reducing poverty.

What are we looking for?

You should be 28 years of age or younger. Your academic achievements are superior. Your analytical and research skills extend to areas of specialization such as: economics, finance, human development, social sciences, agriculture, environment, etc. An equivalent of a bachelor’s(学士)degree is the minimum.

You are fluent in English and, preferably, in at least one other bank language (Chinese, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, or Portuguese). You love technology and integrate it in your work.

What are we offering you?

We will provide you with the opportunity to gain entry-level professional experience in a premier development institution, on a two-year contract with benefits. Since this program is highly competitive, applicants may be asked to submit academic records as well as references. The World Bank will contact only those whom hiring managers wish to interview. Positions may be located in any of the World Bank’s offices across the world.

How to apply?

Interested candidates may apply online. Please note that applications will be kept active in our database for a period of six months. Should you still be interested in JPA program after six months, you will need to re-apply.

1. The JPA program helps the young ______.

A．graduate with high honors

B．find solid and well-paid jobs

C．get entry-level work experience

D．challenge their senior workmates

2. What is necessary to be qualified for the JPA program?

A．Age 28 or under.

B．Superb technology skills.

C．Having a master’s degree.

D．Fluency in English and Latin.

3. What will the World Bank offer?

A．A two-year contract with welfare.

B．Interviews with general managers.

C．Positions in applicants’ hometowns.

D．Analytical and research skills training.

2 . Read any interesting books lately? We want to hear about them, so we’re hosting a Review Blitz! We want reasonable reviews in one month! These reviews must be your honest opinions. Don’t rush through writing them, because we’ll be paying attention to quality!

Deadline: Feb. 1. 2023
Rules: You must be a teen (aged 13-19) with a Teen Creativity account to enter.

●Submissions must relate to the topic.

●Each review must have a minimum of 250 words.

●There is no limit to the number of pieces you can submit.

Guidelines:

●Give a brief summary of the book. Don’t explain the entire plot or tell your reader how the book ends.

●Tell the reader what you like or dislike about the book, such as theme, characters, writing style, etc.

●Recommend the book to certain readers. Is the book more suitable to older teens? Would science fiction fans be interested in this book? It’s helpful for readers to think about the book in the context of other books they’ve read.

●Remember that it’s okay to have a strong opinion! Avoid starting sentences with “I think”, “I believe” or “In my opinion”.

Prizes:

●All participants will receive a certificate.

●First prize winners will each have one review published in Teen Creativity magazine and get a free 6-month magazine subscription.

●Second prize winners will each get a free 3-month magazine subscription and receive a $25 gift card.

●You’ll receive these prizes before Sep. 28, 2023.

Submit your works to teencreativity. com. We hope reviewing books brings you joy. Don’t think of writing a review as an assignment; imagine you are writing to a best friend who loves reading as much as you do!

1. The participants of Review Blitz ________.

A．need to be at least 12 years old	B．can submit more than one review
C．should upload works before Sep. 28	D．must express opinions within 250 words

2. What will all winners get besides certificates?

A．Gift cards.	B．Cash awards.
C．Free magazines.	D．Published reviews.

3. Which sentence should be avoided in the review?

A．The main character Bill survives at last.

B．The author’s use of imagery is masterful.

C．The talk between the cousins is unbelievable.

D．Fans of the Harry Potter series will love this book.