Industrial Futures Talent Initiative (IFTI) 2026–2027

The Industrial Futures Talent Initiative (IFTI) is a paid early-career professional programme at UNIDO Headquarters in Vienna that places participants on industrial development projects and policy work. It provides hands-on experience, professional mentorship and exposure to international development and sustainable economic growth initiatives. The programme targets young professionals from selected developing countries and includes a structured placement to prepare participants for careers in international development.

Approximately €4,000 gross monthly salary; economy-class travel allowance to/from Austria; 50% medical insurance subsidy; professional mentorship; on-the-job training; exposure to international development projects.

Applicants must be between 23 and 28 years old, hold at least a Bachelor’s degree, have a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience, be a citizen of an eligible underrepresented UNIDO member state, and have fluency in English.

Complete the online application via the UNIDO IFTI application portal, upload academic certificates, CV/resume and professional experience details, and submit before the deadline; shortlisted candidates may be contacted for further assessment.