Applications for the World Intellectual Property Organization – WIPO Young Experts Programme (YEP) 2026–2027 open July 8, 2025! 🚀
Join a prestigious 2-year paid opportunity in Geneva with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and dive deep into the world of intellectual property, innovation, and global development.
What’s in it for you?
✅ Work on global IP challenges like climate tech & AI
✅ Learn from top IP experts & diplomats
✅ 5,000 CHF monthly stipend + insurance & travel support
✅ Develop leadership, legal, and strategy skills
✅ Build a powerful global network
Who can apply?
🔹 Under 35 years
🔹 Bachelor’s degree + 2 years’ experience
🔹 Excellent English; IP/Innovation background preferred
🔹 Open to applicants from all over the world!
Key Dates:
🟢 Applications open: July 8, 2025
🛑 Deadline: August 14, 2025
📍 Start date: February 1, 2026
Note: The program is aimed at junior professionals with leadership potential, the WIPO’s Young Experts Program (YEP) invites candidates to join the Organization for a unique two-year experience.
The Program gives young people – particularly those from developing, least developed countries and countries in transition – exposure to the technical and policy aspects of intellectual property, while gearing them up for leadership positions within the innovation and creative ecosystems of their home countries and regions.
In a virtual information session on July 31, the YEP team will provide an overview of the Program, explain the selection process, give the floor to two current Young Experts, and answer questions of potential applicants.
