Deadline:5th July 2024
The WTO is inviting applications for its Young Trade Leaders Programme, an initiative aimed at fostering a better understanding of the WTO’s work and international trade among young people and creating a network of Young Trade Leaders around the world.
Benefits
Selected Young Trade Leaders will have the opportunity to:
- gain a greater understanding of the workings of the WTO and international trade
- publish articles, blogs, podcasts and social media content on trade-related topics
- attend an in-person one-day training programme at the WTO in Geneva
- contribute to and/or coordinate a session at the Public Forum 2024
- benefit from existing WTO training programmes
- benefit from WTO Secretariat advice and mentoring
- receive support when organizing WTO-related activities in their home countries.
Eligibility
Applicants must be:
- between the ages of 18 and 30 on the closing date for applications with a strong interest in international trade
- a citizen of a WTO member
- neither currently affiliated with the WTO, nor have a relative who is currently WTO-affiliated
- able to demonstrate a good level of written and spoken English – knowledge of a second WTO working language (French or Spanish) is an asset
- attuned to the need for diplomacy, show a willingness to respect diverse perspectives, willing to foster understanding of trade issues and promote constructive dialogue
- committed to participate fully throughout the one-year programme (July 2024-June 2025).
Application Process
Candidates should submit their application to YTL@wto.org, with the following:
- CV (no more than two pages)
- 2-3 minute video in which they briefly introduce themselves, express their interest in the programme and explain the impact they hope to have as a Young Trade Leader
- a written contribution (max. 300 words) answering the following question: What does trade mean for you?
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