UN Young Professionals Program (United Nations)
Recruitment initiative by the United Nations for talented, highly qualified professionals to start a career as an international civil servant. Specific details, dates, and eligibility criteria vary by annual exam cycles hosted on the official careers portal.
Quick Facts
Status
Funding
Fully FundedDeadline
Varies - confirm on official site
Country
SwitzerlandAbout the UN Young Professionals Program
The UN Young Professionals Program is a recruitment initiative that brings new talent to the United Nations through an annual entrance examination. Successful candidates secure a position as an international civil servant within the UN Secretariat.
The official careers portal serves as the central hub for position announcements, examination schedules, and application requirements. Candidates must navigate the portal to monitor specific exam subjects and participating countries.
Applicants must meet nationality requirements tied to the annual list of participating countries. The process involves an initial application screening, a written examination, and an oral interview phase for top performers.
The program recruits individuals who hold relevant university degrees and demonstrate professional potential. Selected candidates receive standard UN employment contracts and international salary scales.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Direct entry into the United Nations Secretariat as an international civil servant.
Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment across global duty stations.
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package provided by the UN.
Professional development and career advancement tracks within the organization.
What the Scholarship Covers
Eligibility Requirements
4 requirements
Documents Checklist
4 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Check the official UN Careers portal for open exam subjects and participating countries.
Create a profile in the Inspira application system.
Submit the online application form before the stated deadline.
Wait for application screening results.
Take the written examination if shortlisted.
Attend the oral interview if invited.
Application Timeline
Varies - confirm on official site
Application Opening
Announced on the UN Careers portal
Varies - confirm on official site
Written Examination
Varies - confirm on official site
Oral Interviews
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Check the official UN Careers portal regularly since JavaScript is required to load page content properly.
Verify that your home country is on the participating list for the current exam cycle before applying.
Prepare thoroughly for the specialized written examination matching your field of expertise.
Ensure your Inspira profile is fully updated with all educational and employment history.
Important Links & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
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It is a recruitment initiative for talented professionals to start a career as an international civil servant within the United Nations Secretariat through an entrance examination.
Applicants must hold at least a relevant first-level university degree and be 32 years of age or younger in the year of the examination.
Applications are submitted online through the official UN Careers and Inspira portals when the exam cycle opens for your country of nationality.
Check the Official Website
This scholarship typically opens around Varies - confirm on official site. Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.
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