UN Young Professionals Programme exam
by United Nations
- Any age
About
- Main entry route into a UN Secretariat career: two-year fixed-term contract at P-1/P-2 level
- 2026 exam area: Development and Sustainability (economics, social development, environment and related fields)
- Competitive entrance exam; no prior work experience required
- Placement at UN duty stations worldwide
- Check eligibility and apply via Inspira by 30 November 2026
Eligibility
- National of one of the 47 YPP 2026 participating countries - full list on the UN YPP page (changes every year)
- Bachelor's degree (or three-year equivalent) in a field relevant to the exam
- 32 or younger: born on or after 1 January 1994
- Fluent in English or French
- No application fee
