WIPO Internship in Switzerland 2026

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is offering exciting internship opportunities in Geneva, Switzerland for 2026. This program is designed for students and recent graduates who are eager to work at the forefront of innovation and creativity.

📖 About WIPO Internship in Switzerland

WIPO provides internships lasting between 2 and 12 months for:

• Students completing a master’s degree or in the final year of their bachelor’s degree.
• Recent graduates (within the last 2 years).

Interns will work in various roles, contributing to WIPO's mission of fostering innovation and creativity. Most positions are based at WIPO's headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

🎁 Benefits of WIPO Internship in Switzerland

Interns will enjoy the following benefits:

• Travel Reimbursement: Up to 1,500 Swiss francs for roundtrip travel expenses for interns from developing, least developed, or transitioning countries who reside in their home country at the time of recruitment.
• Visa Assistance: Support with visa formalities for Switzerland, if required.
• Leave Entitlement:
  • 10 days of official holidays per year.
  • 2.5 days of annual leave per month.
• Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive medical and professional accident insurance, with WIPO covering the full premium.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the WIPO Internship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Educational Background:
  • Completed at least a first-level university degree.
  • Recent graduates (within 2 years) or current postgraduate students are eligible.
• Language Proficiency:
  • Strong command of English and/or French.
  • Knowledge of other WIPO languages is an advantage.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 03 July, 2026.
• To apply, visit the official WIPO internship application website.

For more details about the WIPO Internship program, visit the official WIPO website.

• Reimbursement of travel expenses (roundtrip) of up to 1,500 Swiss francs for interns who are nationals of developing, least developed or transitioning countries, and who are residing in their home country at the time of recruitment.
• Assistance with visa formalities for Switzerland, if necessary.
• 10 days of official holidays per year and 2.5 days of annual leave during each month.
• WIPO will provide comprehensive medical and professional accident insurance coverage and pay the full insurance premium.