Fellowship
The WIPO Fellowship Program 2026 in Switzerland is a fully funded fellowship for young professionals. It takes place at the World Intellectual Property Organization in Geneva, Switzerland. The fellowship lasts from 12 to 36 months, depending on the position. It gives selected fellows the chance to gain work experience in an international organization. The program is open to people from different study and work backgrounds. Applicants from all over the world are eligible to apply.
Eligibility: Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must have excellent written and spoken English. Some fellowship positions may require a master’s degree, PhD, relevant work experience, or specialized skills. Former WIPO interns may apply if they meet the eligibility requirements. Former Young Experts Programme (YEP) participants cannot apply within two years of completing the program.
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The WIPO Fellowship Program 2026 in Switzerland is a fully funded fellowship for young professionals. It takes place at the World Intellectual Property Organization in Geneva, Switzerland. The fellowship lasts from 12 to 36 months, depending on the position. It gives selected fellows the chance to gain work experience in an international organization.
The program is open to people from different study and work backgrounds. Applicants from all over the world are eligible to apply. WIPO offers fellowship positions in translation, law, research, economics, statistics, and other fields. Applicants need at least a bachelor’s degree. Some positions may also ask for a master’s degree, PhD, work experience, or special skills.
WIPO provides strong financial support to selected fellows. Fellows receive a monthly stipend of CHF 3,000 to CHF 8,000. WIPO also covers travel costs at the start and end of the fellowship. It provides health insurance, visa support, paid leave, and training opportunities. Fellows must arrange and pay for their own accommodation from the monthly stipend.
The selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend of CHF 3,000 to CHF 8,000.
The applicants will receive travel expenses at the beginning and end of the fellowship.
Health and professional accident insurance will be provided.
The ogranization will provide visa support to final candidates.
The fellows will have access to WIPO Academy training and professional development.
Individuals annual leave and study leave during the fellowship.
The selected candidates will gain valuable international work experience and build a global professional network.
Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree.
Applicants must have excellent written and spoken English.
Some fellowship positions may require a master’s degree, PhD, relevant work experience, or specialized skills.
Former WIPO interns may apply if they meet the eligibility requirements.
Former Young Experts Programme (YEP) participants cannot apply within two years of completing the program.
There is no specific age limit for the fellowship.
Applicants must meet the requirements of the fellowship position they are applying for.
First visit the official WIPO Careers website and look for available fellowship positions.
Choose a fellowship that matches your education, skills, and experience.
Read the vacancy requirements carefully before applying.
Complete the online application and upload the required documents.
Submit your application before the deadline listed for that fellowship position.
Varies by fellowship position.
Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must have excellent written and spoken English. Some fellowship positions may require a master’s degree, PhD, relevant work experience, or specialized skills. Former WIPO interns may apply if they meet the eligibility requirements. Former Young Experts Programme (YEP) participants cannot apply within two years of completing the program. There is no specific age limit for the fellowship. Applicants must meet the requirements of the fellowship position they are applying for.
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