2025 WIPO Internship in Switzerland

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Switzerland is offering an internship opportunity to students pursuing a university degree (Bachelor, Master, or PhD). Successful applicants will receive a comprehensive package, including a monthly stipend of CHF1,640, round-trip airfare, and local transportation expenses in Geneva.

This internship provides a unique chance to gain valuable experience in innovation, creativity, and intellectual property, offering a valuable learning experience and a chance to contribute to WIPO’s mission.

The WIPO Internship in Switzerland offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in innovation and creativity.

WIPO stands for the World Intellectual Property Organization. It is an international organization that focuses on intellectual property (IP). The WIPO became the specialized agency of the United Nations in 1974 and works closely related to intellectual property.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for the WIPO Internship in Switzerland, you must note the following:

• The WIPO internship is open to applicants from all countries.
• Individuals pursuing or obtaining a university degree.
• Candidates enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program must be in their third or fourth year.
• Graduates are eligible for the internship if they have completed their education within two years before the start of the internship.
• Should have computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant programs.

Benefits

Interns will get:

• Round Trip Airfare of up to 1,500 Swiss francs for interns who are nationals of developing countries and LDCs.
• A monthly Stipend of 1,570 Swiss francs.
• A Transport allowance of 70 Swiss francs per month to cover local transportation expenses in Geneva.
• Note: Airfare expenses will only be covered for the nationals of developing countries and LDCs.

Internship Areas

• Law / IP Law
• Economics / Statistics
• Information Technology
• Technical Cooperation Services
• Project Administration
• Administration (Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Program planning)
• Patent/Trademark examination
• Copyright
• Translation
• Other areas (Communications / Conference Services/Security)

How to Apply

To apply for the 2025 WIPO Internship in Switzerland, interested and qualified applicants should click on the button below to visit the internship page, then create an account and fill out the application form.