2025 Young Professionals Programme (YPP) of the United Nations (apply by 14 Dec 2025)
The UN Young Professionals Programme (YPP) is a recruitment initiative for talented, highly qualified professionals to start a career as an international civil servant with the UN Secretariat. It consists of an entrance examination process and professional development once those who are successful start their career with the UN.
The YPP examination is held once a year in different subject areas, depending on the needs of the UN. YPP is open to nationals of participating countries. Germany is one of the participating countries this year.
The current application period is 28 October until 14 December 2025. Those interested can apply via their application tool Inspira.
To learn more, check out the homepage (bottom half) and the curated series of informative videos about YPP, and continue to check out Important Updates to stay informed!