An education at the Geneva Graduate Institute prepares graduates for international careers in the public, private and non-profit sectors. With 30 international organisations, 250 NGOs, 172 diplomatic missions and 931 multinational companies in close proximity to the Institute, there is a consistent flow of internship and job opportunities in a diverse range of international work. The strong links between the Institute’s students that have worked in Geneva’s international community have left a positive impression for those going forward.

During your studies

Benefit from International Geneva's career and internship opportunities, networking events with employers, job search training and individual career counselling.

Career Services

etworking and job opportunities to explore their career options.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

Career workshops on transferrable skills, job search tips, use of social media and more.

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AFTER GRADUATION

Studies at the Graduate Institute are designed to provide outstanding training for global analysis and strategic thinking. This enables students – particularly at the PhD level – to develop highly specialised expertise, equipping them for careers in global affairs:

International cooperation, notably in intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations, as well as national administrations working on international issues: ministries of foreign affairs, trade, economy, health, central banks, etc.
International business, notably in multinational corporations, the finance sector, law firms, consulting and public relations agencies
Analysis of global issues, notably in academic institutions, think tanks, consultancies, international foundations and the media

Key facts

One year after graduation, 98% of our graduates have a professional activity or professional training.

50% of our graduates obtained their first long-term contract (at least one year) in less than three months after graduating, or even before they graduated.