Institute of Fiscal Studies graduate opportunities

The Institute for Fiscal Studies is one of the United Kingdom’s leading economic research institutes, specialising in taxation, public spending, and fiscal policy. Founded in 1969 and based in London, the organisation provides independent analysis to inform policymakers, journalists, and the wider public. The IFS is known for its political impartiality, authoritative microeconomic research, and high-profile scrutiny of government budgets. It combines rigorous academic methodology with accessible communication and has an established track record of shaping national economic debate.