Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 WIPO Young Experts Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About WIPO Young Experts Program
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: July 12, 2025
- Application Deadline: August 14, 2025
- Category: Training
- Oppotunity Locations: 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. The Program offers exposure to both technical and strategic aspects of IP, allowing YEP participants to gain skills and knowledge that can contribute to the future economic growth of their countries and regions.
This is a unique learning opportunity for your career – not only about IP, but also about collaboration, multilateralism and global impact.
Benefits of WIPO Young Experts Program
- 5’000 Swiss Francs (CHF) / month
- Contribution to cover 75% of medical insurance costs
- Accident insurance
- Contribution towards travel expenses
- Possible assistance on VISA entry in Switzerland
- Possible guidance on accomodation
WIPO Young Experts Program Requirements
- Max 35 years old at the time application is submitted
- Available for 24 months for 2026 – 2027
- A University degree
- At least 2 years relevant experience
- Excellent analytical, research & organisational skills
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
- Excellent written & spoken English
- Knowledge of, or experience in IP, innovation or creativity
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Applicants can send questions to [email protected] for assistance with any queries or concerns regarding onboarding and related logistics.
Application Timeline:
- Applications open: July 8, 2025
- Applications close: August 14, 2025
- Initial screening tests: end of August 2025
- Virtual Interview: September to October 2025
- Selection: November 2025
- Onboarding: December 2025 and January 2026
- Program start: February 1, 2026
Application Deadline
14 August, 2025
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