Applications are now open for the WIPO Internship Roster 2026. This prestigious program offers paid internships at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva, Switzerland.
The internship is available in various fields related to Intellectual Property, Law, Economics, IT, Administration, and more. It is open to students and recent graduates from around the world. Selected interns receive a monthly stipend, gain international work experience, and learn about global intellectual property systems. There is no application fee.
Key Details:
- Program Name: WIPO Internship Roster 2026 (26011-INT)
- Host Organization: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
- Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland (some positions available in external offices)
- Duration: 8 weeks to 12 months (depending on category)
- Stipend: 1,645 CHF (Category I) or 2,170 CHF (Category II) per month
- Application Deadline: 04 July 2026
- Program Type: Paid Internship
- Application Fee: None
What This Internship Offers:
- Receive a monthly stipend to support your living expenses in Geneva
- Gain practical, hands-on experience in international intellectual property work
- Work in a real professional environment alongside experts from around the world
- Develop strong professional skills in law, administration, IT, economics, or other fields
- Build an international network and improve your career prospects
- Learn how global policies on innovation, creativity, and intellectual property are made
- Add valuable international experience to your CV
Eligibility Criteria:
To apply, you must meet one of the following categories:
Category I:
- Students in the 3rd or 4th year of a bachelor’s degree, or
- Recent bachelor’s graduates (within 2 years), or
- Students pursuing a master’s degree who have not completed coursework or thesis
Category II:
- Students who have finished coursework for a master’s degree but not the thesis, or
- Recent master’s graduates (within 2 years), or
- Those with a master’s degree who are currently enrolled in further postgraduate studies
General Requirements:
- Good command of English (excellent writing skills required for most positions)
- Working knowledge of English and/or French
- Good computer skills, especially Microsoft Office
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Programs Available:
- Law / Intellectual Property Law
- Economics / Statistics
- Information Technology
- Technical Cooperation Services
- Project Administration
- Administration (Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Program Planning)
- Patent and Trademark Examination
- Copyright
- Translation
- Communications
- Conference Services
- Security
- Other related areas
How to Apply:
- Visit the official WIPO internship application portal.
- Create an account and fill out the online application form.
- Prepare and upload a cover letter (letter of motivation) – this is mandatory.
- Submit your academic documents and CV.
- Your profile will be reviewed for suitable internship openings throughout 2026.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. If you are not contacted within 6 months, you may re-apply in the next roster.
