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The next call for applications for the YPP will open in Q2 2026. More information will become available in Q2 2026. We encourage you to check this page and apply well in advance. Please read the steps below for information on how to apply.
Eligibility criteria
The Young Professionals Programme is open to applicants who fulfil the following eligibility criteria at the time of application:
- Age: between 21 and 32 years
- Nationality: a citizen of a NATO member country
- Professional experience: at least one year of demonstrated professional experience, including full-time employment, temporary assignments and/or internships at the time of application
- Educational status: a master's degree or equivalent from a recognised institution at the time of application
- Languages: proficiency in one of the two official NATO languages: English or French. A working knowledge of the second is considered an asset. Knowledge of other languages may also be considered an asset for certain positions.
Other specific requirements may apply depending on the vacancy advertised.
Application process
- Review the vacancy advertisements
Carefully review the vacancy advertisements that you are interested in and verify that your educational background and professional experience fulfil the criteria. You may submit multiple applications, but you are encouraged to only apply to positions you are qualified for.
- Create an account
To submit an application, you must first create an account in NATO’s e-recruitment system. Please click on “Sign In” in the upper right corner. You will be directed to a page where you can create a “New User”.
Please note that we do not accept applications via mail or email.
- Prepare your application
Select the appropriate vacancy. You will be asked to respond to a set of pre-screening questions, followed by short sections that you are required to manually fill in with your personal and professional details.
Before finishing your application, please attach a scanned copy of your diploma and any other documents that may be relevant to support your application.
- Submit your application
Once you have reviewed your responses and submitted your application, you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your submission. You will be informed via email of the results of the initial assessment in the months following the deadline. Kindly note that applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted. Please be patient and rest assured that we will inform you of the decision, positive or negative, as soon as possible.
Please also note that due to a high number of applications, we are unable to provide personal feedback.
The selection process
The entire selection process for the Young Professionals Programme takes place online in four stages: an initial assessment and three selection stages.
Initial assessment
The initial assessment is based solely on the submitted application(s). Only successful candidates will be invited to the next stage. All candidates will be informed automatically about their result once a decision has been made.
First selection stage
The first selection stage consists of two parts:
- Game-based assessment: evaluating a set of skills necessary for the advertised positions;
- Online asynchronous interview: consists of answering a limited number of questions via recorded response.
All candidates will be informed automatically about their results once a decision has been made. Due to a high number of participants in this stage, we cannot provide personal feedback.
Second selection stage
Candidates that have successfully passed the first selection stage will be invited to an online asynchronous interview. In this interview, candidates will answer a limited number of questions related to the position they applied for by recording their responses.
Candidates will be informed about the results once a decision has been made. Due to a high number of participants in this stage, we cannot provide personal feedback.
Third selection stage
The final selection stage consists of three parts:
- Online written test: answering job-related questions in writing;
- Language test: taking a multiple choice test to demonstrate your level of English or French, depending on which language you are less proficient in;
- Online interview: assessing knowledge and competencies in an online setting.
Successful applicants will receive more detailed information about the final selection stage via email.