Applications are now open for the WTO Internship Programme at the World Trade Organization in Geneva, Switzerland. This is a paid internship opportunity for postgraduate students and recent graduates from WTO member countries.
Interns receive a daily allowance of CHF 60 and gain professional experience in international trade and related fields. The programme has no application fee and intakes are ongoing throughout the year.
Key Details:
- Opportunity Type: Paid Internship
- Organization: World Trade Organization (WTO)
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Duration: Up to 6 months
- Daily Allowance: CHF 60 per day
- Application Deadline: Ongoing (applications accepted all year)
- Eligible Nationalities: Citizens of WTO member and observer countries
What This Internship Offers:
- Receives CHF 60 daily allowance to support living expenses
- Gains valuable international work experience at the WTO
- Builds strong knowledge of trade policy, trade law, and global economics
- Improves career prospects in international organizations, trade, and related fields
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a national of a WTO member or observer country
- Must have completed undergraduate studies in a relevant discipline
- Must be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree (with at least one year completed), or have recently completed a Master’s or PhD (within last 2 years)
- Must be at least 21 years old at the start of the internship
Areas Available:
- Trade Law
- Economics
- Statistics
- Trade Policy
- Languages
- Administration (Finance, HR, Procurement)
- Information, Communication & External Relations
- Information Management
How to Apply:
- Visit the WTO external jobs platform and submit your application online.
- Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
- Successful applications are kept on a roster for up to one year.
Important Note: The WTO does not cover travel expenses to Geneva or provide health insurance. Interns must arrange their own medical insurance before starting.
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