Have you ever dreamed of gaining international work experience in Switzerland with one of the leading specialized agencies of the United Nations? The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) 2027 Internship Programme is open to students and recent graduates from around the world. This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to work at WIPO’s headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and contribute to innovation, creativity, and intellectual property initiatives. The internship in Switzerland includes round-trip airfare, a monthly stipend, and local transportation expenses in Geneva. Applications are welcome from university students and graduates.
Details About the WIPO Internship Program 2027
- Host organization: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Internship Type: Paid Internship
- Duration: 2 to 12 Months
- Deadline: 4th Jan 2027
Financial Benefits
Selected interns will receive:
- Monthly stipend of CHF 1,645 (Category I)
- Monthly stipend of CHF 2,170 (Category II)
- Medical insurance and occupational accident insurance
- Visa assistance for Switzerland
- Compensation of up to 1,500 Swiss francs for travel expenses is offered to eligible applicants from developing, least developed and transition countries.
- Paid annual leave (2.5 days per month)
Internship Areas
- Project Administration
- Law / IP Law
- Patent/Trademark examination
- Copyright
- Translation
- Economics / Statistics
- Information Technology
- Technical Cooperation Services
- Other areas (Communications / Conference Services/Security)
- Administration (Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Program planning)
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) internship program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be an international student or recent graduate.
- Demonstrate professional proficiency in English and/or French.
- You must have an interest in innovation, intellectual property, international development, or related fields.
- Be available for the internship duration.
- Please note that previous WIPO Fellows are not eligible to reapply for the WIPO Internship Fellowship.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- Updated CV/Resume
- Motivation Letter
- Educational Transcripts
- Proof of Enrollment or Degree Certificate
- Language proficiency information (if applicable)
- Additional documents requested in the online application
How to Apply?
Applicants must submit their applications online. The link to the official website is below.
