Applications are now open for the 2026 Graduate Professional Programme in Space Security at the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR)! 🚀🌍
This prestigious opportunity is ideal for graduate students and young professionals passionate about international security, diplomacy, space governance, and global policy.
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📍 Location: Geneva, Switzerland 🇨🇭
📅 Start Date: 1 July 2026
⏳ Duration: 6 Months (with possible extension)
✨ Programme Benefits:
💵 Monthly stipend of USD 1,331 (for in-person participants)
🏛️ Professional experience within the United Nations system
🛰️ Exposure to global space security & disarmament policy
🤝 Networking with diplomats, researchers, and international experts
🎤 Participation in conferences, policy discussions, and research projects
🎯 Who Should Apply? Candidates with backgrounds in:
🌐 International Relations
📚 Political Science
🛰️ Space Policy
🛡️ Security Studies
⚖️ International Law
🤝 Diplomacy & Global Governance
📌 Application Deadline: 30 May 2026 (Midnight Geneva Time)
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💡 Application Tip: Customize your cover letter to show your strong interest in space security, multilateral diplomacy, international peace, and policy research. Highlight experience in research, event coordination, advocacy, or international affairs.
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