The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has opened applications for its 2026 Fellowship Program for qualified candidates from around the world.
The WIPO Fellowship Program 2026 is a fully funded 12-month opportunity in Geneva, Switzerland, offering successful applicants a CHF 6,000 monthly stipend, travel support, and medical and accident insurance throughout the fellowship.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Category: Training | Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: CHF 6,000 Monthly Stipend | Travel Costs | Medical & Accident Insurance
- IELTS: Not Required
- Deadline: August 6, 2026
Scholarship Details
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is inviting applications for its 2026 Fellowship Program, which will be hosted by the WIPO Knowledge Center, IP Futures and Knowledge Management Section, Administration, Finance and Management Sector in Geneva, Switzerland.
As a specialized agency of the United Nations, WIPO manages one of the world’s leading intellectual property knowledge repositories, providing access to global IP research, publications, and library resources. The fellowship is designed to strengthen participants’ professional knowledge and practical experience, enabling them to apply advanced skills in library and knowledge management, research support, and information services upon completion of the programme.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the WIPO Fellowship Program, applicants must:
- Have at least a first-level degree in Library Science, Information Science, Knowledge Management, or a related field.
- Possess a recognized professional qualification.
- Have at least two years of professional experience in a library, knowledge management, research support, or related environment.
- Have experience collecting, managing, and analysing library or information-related data.
- Have experience working with usage statistics, service metrics, or performance data.
- Have experience preparing analytical reports and presenting findings to support decision-making.
- Be proficient in spreadsheet software and data analysis tools.
- Demonstrate excellent written and spoken English.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience working with integrated library systems, institutional repositories, discovery platforms, or digital library services.
- Experience using business intelligence, dashboard, or data visualization tools.
- Experience working with bibliometric, altmetric, or research impact indicators.
- Knowledge of SQL, Python, R, or other analytical tools.
- Good knowledge of at least one other official WIPO language.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the WIPO Fellowship Program will receive:
- CHF 6,000 monthly stipend.
- Travel support for arrival and departure.
- Assistance with obtaining a Swiss entry visa where necessary.
- Medical insurance contribution.
- Accident insurance coverage throughout the fellowship.
- Opportunity to undertake a 12-month fellowship, with the possibility of renewal.
How to Apply
To apply for the WIPO Fellowship Program:
- Visit the official WIPO application portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit your application before August 6, 2026.
- Kindly wait for feedback from the organisers.
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