Aimed at international phd students and post-docs, ILO Research Fellowship (Visiting Research Fellow Programme) is a fully funded scholarship for study in Switzerland. The award covers Monthly stipend for living costs, travel costs, and professional research facilities at the ILO headquarters in Geneva. and is open to phd students, post-doctoral researchers, early-career academics students studying labour economics, social sciences, development studies, law, industrial relations, political science. The scholarship runs for 3 to 6 months. Eligibility is generally based on open to international researchers who have completed or are completing a PhD and focus on labour and social justice themes. The application deadline is Varies by call (typically April and October cycles), with an acceptance rate of approximately Varies (Competitive global pool). Applicants are encouraged to review the official eligibility criteria carefully before starting their application.
✨ Should I Apply for ILO Research Fellowship (Visiting Research Fellow Programme)?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
75%
Eligibility Match
50%
Win Probability
9/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
60-80 hrs
Time Required
Low
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
Approximately 4,000 to 5,000 CHF per month
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Duration
3 to 6 months
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Deadline
Varies by call (typically April and October cycles)
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Fields
Labour Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Law, Industrial Relations, Political Science
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Awards/Year
Limited (typically 2-5 per year)
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Study Country
Switzerland
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Provider
International Labour Organization (ILO)
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Acceptance
Varies (Competitive global pool)
The ILO Research Fellowship provides selected researchers with the opportunity to spend time at the ILO headquarters in Geneva to conduct research on themes related to the world of work. The program aims to foster interaction between the ILO and the academic community.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to international researchers who have completed or are completing a PhD and focus on labour and social justice themes.
🏛️ Host University
ILO Research Department (Geneva Headquarters)
🤝 Sponsor
International Labour Organization (UN Agency)
🔬 Fields of Study
Labour Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Law, Industrial Relations, Political Science
✨ Key Benefits
Monthly stipend for living costs, travel costs, and professional research facilities at the ILO headquarters in Geneva.
🎯 Target Students
International PhD Students and Post-docs
🏷 Tags
ILOResearchFellowshipLabourGenevaUNPhDPost-doc
📊 Statistics & Competitiveness
Varies
Applicants Last Year
Varies
Winners
Varies (Competitive global pool)
Acceptance Rate
Low
Competition Level
Win Probability
50%
Match Score
75%
Competition
50%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Not Applicable
Living Stipend
Yes, monthly allowance provided to cover living expenses in Geneva
Total Award
Approximately 4,000 to 5,000 CHF per month
✈️ Travel: Yes, return economy class airfare provided🏠 Accommodation: No, included in monthly stipend💊 Health Insurance: Yes, usually provided or subsidized via UN schemes🔄 Renewable: No💳 App Fee: Free
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Not Applicable
🏠 Living Stipend
Yes, monthly allowance provided to cover living expenses in Geneva
🏡 Accommodation
No, included in monthly stipend
✈️ Travel Allowance
Yes, return economy class airfare provided
💊 Health Insurance
Yes, usually provided or subsidized via UN schemes
🎁 Other Benefits
Office space, access to ILO library and archives, technical support, networking with ILO experts
🔄 Renewable
No
📋 Renewal Conditions
Not Applicable
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
PhD candidates (enrolled) or recent PhD graduates; research must align with ILO priorities
Open to international researchers who have completed or are completing a PhD and focus on labour and social justice themes.
This scholarship covers: Monthly stipend for living costs, travel costs, and professional research facilities at the ILO headquarters in Geneva.. It is a fully funded scholarship.
The deadline is Varies by call (typically April and October cycles). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Low. Acceptance rate: Varies (Competitive global pool). Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
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Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, Proficiency in English, French, or Spanish, Yes (Minimum of 2 academic references) recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.