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WIPO YOUNG EXPERTS PROGRAM (YEP) FULLY FUNDED

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Application Deadline: August 14, 2025

LOCATION: Switzerland

The WIPO Young Experts Program (YEP) supports the development of early-career professionals who are passionate about Intellectual Property (IP) and its role in driving innovation and sustainable development worldwide.

Through this 2-year competitive program, a select group of young and talented professionals will work first-hand on WIPO’s various initiatives.

ELIGIBILITY:

Max 35 years old at the time the application is submitted

Available for 24 months in 2026–2027

A First Level University degree

At least 2 years relevant experience

Excellent analytical, research & organisational skills

Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

Excellent written & spoken English

Knowledge in innovation and/or creativity

The call for applications will be open by the first week of July and will close on 15 August 2025. 

Please ensure that your application is comprehensive and correct before submitting it. Due to the fast-paced nature of the program, our team may not be able to immediately get back to candidates who have not made it to the next stage of recruitment.

What you need to prepare for your application:​​​​​​​

Motivational cover letter clearly stating why you think you would be an asset for this role. 

Contact and confirm references to ensure they are up-to-date

Note: Always check the specific requirements in the job posting or on the WIPO website, as they may vary or include additional requirements.

Please note: The YEP is not intended as a vehicle for recruitment into WIPO but is designed to contribute to participants’ professional growth. As such, participants will not be allowed to apply for any jobs at WIPO during the program nor in the two years following its completion.

BENEFIT:

Benefits for the duration of the course​​​​​​​

A monthly stipend of 5000 Swiss Francs (CHF) 

Contribution to cover 75% of medical insurance costs

Accident insurance

Contribution towards travel expenses

WIPO may assist in obtaining an entry visa into Switzerland

WIPO’s staff counsellor may provide guidance regarding accommodation

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WTO YOUNG PROFESSIONALS PROGRAMME

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Application Deadline: 22 April 2025

LOCATION: Switzerland

The WTO has launched the application process for the next edition of its Young Professionals Programme, a one-year opportunity for early-career professionals from developing economies to gain hands-on experience of trade issues at the WTO Secretariat. The application period is open until 22 April 2025.

ELIGIBILITY:

A candidate must:

be a natural person from a WTO member

have an advanced university degree in law, economics, and other international trade-related subjects relevant to WTO work

have a minimum of two years’ relevant experience

demonstrate a high level of interest in international trade and commitment to WTO-related work

Be fluent in English. A good working knowledge of one of the WTO’s other official languages, French or Spanish, would be an advantage

Be 32 years of age or younger at the expected start date of the YPP, if selected.

Preference is given to candidates from WTO members without any representation at the professional level in the Secretariat. A list of under-represented WTO members will be provided when the request for applicants is posted. 

The request for applications for the Young Professionals Programme is published each year on the WTO external jobs platform. The system provides instructions for online application procedures. Applicants must submit a letter of motivation along with the completed online application.

BENEFIT:

Participants under the programme receive a monthly salary of CHF 4,000. The WTO also provides appropriate medical cover and travel costs.

Duration: One year without possibility of extension

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