World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Fellowship in Switzerland 2026: Fully Funded

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is calling for applications for its 2026 fellowship program in Geneva, Switzerland.

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WIPO Fellowship offers a fully funded 12-month program that covers a CHF 6000 monthly stipend, travel costs, and medical or accident insurance.

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.

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WIPO Fellowship Program Abstract

• Host: World Intellectual Property Organization
• Study Abroad: Study Abroad || Study-In-Australia
• Location: Geneva, Switzerland
• Category: Fellowships || Trainings
• Benefits:
  • CHF 6000 Monthly Stipend
  • Travel Costs
  • Medical & Accident Insurance
• Eligibility: All Countries
• Deadline: August 6, 2026

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World Intellectual Property Organization Fellowship Details

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is a United Nations specialized agency. Its WIPO Knowledge Center (WKC) is the custodian of the knowledge repository, which is an authoritative source for global IP academic research.  The WKC oversees WIPO’s physical and digital library collection, in addition to the dissemination of WIPO publications.    

The WIPO Fellowship 2026 is to be hosted by the WIPO Knowledge Center, IP Futures and Knowledge Management Section, Administration, Finance and Management Sector.

Fellowships aim to provide fellows with experience to strengthen their knowledge and professional competence, which they can apply in their professional field once they have completed their fellowship with WIPO.

WIPO Fellowship Benefits

The WIPO Fellowship offers the following benefits;

• Stipend: CHF 6,000 monthly.
• Monthly Stipend: CHF 6,000 for WKC positions depending on experience.
• Relocation Assistance: Covered travel expenses at the start and conclusion of the program.
• Health Insurance: WIPO covers 100% of medical and professional accident insurance premiums.
• Permits: Provision of a Swiss carte de légitimation, which functions as a legal residence and work permit.
• Paid Time Off: Includes 2.5 days of annual leave and 2 days of sick leave per month.
• Term of fellowship: A fellowship may be granted for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility to renew.

WIPO Fellowship Fellows Responsibilities

The Fellow will provide support in the following areas:

•  Collect, validate, and manage quantitative and qualitative data relating to library services, digital collections, and information resources.
• Gather, monitor, and analyze usage statistics from library platforms, repositories, websites, and other digital services.
• Produce regular statistical reports to support strategic planning and operational decision-making.
• Analyze trends in resource usage, identifying patterns and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in developing and maintaining key performance indicators (KPIs) for library services and digital initiatives.
• Contribute to the evaluation of digital resources, collections, and services using evidence-based assessment techniques.
• Assist in collecting and analyzing citation, bibliometric, altmetric, and other research impact data, where applicable.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials summarizing analytical findings for internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve workflows for data collection, reporting, and assessment.
• Perform other related duties as required.

World Intellectual Property Organization Fellowship Requirements

To be eligible for the World Intellectual Property Organization Fellowship, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

• have at least a first-level degree in library, information science, knowledge management or a related field. Recognized professional qualification. 
• have at least two years of professional experience working in a library, knowledge management, research support, or related environment.
• Experience collecting, managing, and analyzing library or information-related data.
• Experience working with usage statistics, service metrics, or other performance data to support assessment activities.

• have experience preparing analytical reports and presenting findings to support decision-making.
• have experience using spreadsheet software and data analysis tools. 

Languages

• Essential: Excellent (written and spoken) knowledge of English.
• Desirable: Good knowledge of at least one of WIPO’s other official languages would be an advantage.   

How To Apply for WIPO Fellowship

To apply for the WIPO Fellowship 2026, follow the instructions we have outlined below; 

• Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
• Go to WIPO application page.
• Create an online profile.
• Apply for the ongoing Fellowship

Begin your application by clicking on the button below.

Deadline: August 6th, 2026

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