Applications are open for the WIPO Fellowship Program 2027, A fully funded fellowship in Switzerland, offered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), one of the specialized agencies of the United Nations that works to promote innovation and protect intellectual property worldwide. The Fellowship offers young professionals and graduates from across the world an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva. The duration of the fellowship is 12-36 months. Fellowships are available in a wide range of areas, whether you have a background in law, economics, engineering, translation, research, data analysis, or another specialized field; WIPO regularly opens fellowship opportunities across different departments. Fellows work alongside international experts, develop professional skills, and receive a competitive monthly stipend while contributing to intellectual property initiatives. Learn more details about the fellowship below.
WIPO Fellowship Overview
- Host Organization: WIPO
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Duration: 12-36 months
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: August 4th, 2026
Fellowship Coverage
Fellows will recieve following support:
- Monthly stipend ranging from CHF 3,000 to CHF 8,000.
- Comprehensive medical and professional accident insurance.
- Round-trip travel expenses.
- Visa support for relocation to Switzerland.
- Paid annual leave (2.5 days per month).
Fellowship Areas
WIPO offers fellowships in the following specialized areas:
- Translation and Terminology.
- Legal Case Management.
- Research and Visiting Fellowships.
- Economics and Statistics.
- Intellectual Property.
- Administrative and Technical Fields.
- Other specialized areas based on organization needs.
Who can Apply?
- Open to all nationalities.
- Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree.
- Meet the academic or professional requirements for the specific fellowship.
- Have excellent written and spoken English.
- Possess any additional qualifications required for the selected fellowship (such as relevant work experience, a Master’s degree, PhD, or technical expertise where applicable).
- There is no age limit for the fellowship.
Fellowship Benefits
- Contract of up to 12 months, with possible extensions up to three years.
- Access to WIPO Academy training and professional development courses.
- Up to six study leave days per year.
- Opportunities to work in an international multicultural environment.
- Gain hands-on experience at WIPO in Geneva, Switzerland.
- Work alongside international experts.
- Contribute to intellectual property departments.
- Expand your professional networks.
Why You Should Apply?
- International experience within the United Nations system.
- Comprehensive financial support.
- Contract is extendable up to 3 years.
- Gain professional skills and expand your networks.
- Promote innovation and intellectual property worldwide.
Required Documents
- CV/Resume.
- Degree Transcripts.
- Degree Certificates.
- Motivation letter.
- References.
- Any other additional document required.
How to Apply for WIPO Fellowship?
The application process is online via offical WIPO fellowship webpage. Visit the offical link below, check out the available fellowship vacancies, and select the one that matches your interest and qualifications. Upload all the required documents and submit your application.
Important
- The fellowship vacancies are posted throughout the year.
- Each position has its own eligiblity criteria.
- Fellowships are based onsite in Geneva.
