The World Trade Organization Essay Award for Young Economists encourages high‑quality economic research on trade policy. Eligible entrants are PhD candidates or recent graduates (within two years post-PhD) under age 30. Winning essayists receive CHF 5,000, publication in the WTO Working Paper Series, and are invited to present at the European Trade Study Group meeting.
Eligibility Criteria for WTO Essay Award for Young Economists (WTO‑EAYE
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Open to individuals currently completing or within two years post‑completion of a PhD.
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Must be under 30 at the time of submission (or within two years post-PhD).
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Essays must address trade policy or international trade cooperation issues.
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Maximum essay length: 15,000 words.
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Co-authored papers must meet eligibility criteria for all authors.
How to apply for WTO Essay Award for Young Economists (WTO‑EAYE
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Write an essay (max 15,000 words) on a relevant trade policy topic.
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Prepare your academic CV including PhD details and date of birth.
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Submit both documents in PDF format to essay.award@wto.org.
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Await shortlist notification (~mid-June) and final decision (~early July).
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If selected, you’ll be invited to the ETSG conference to receive the prize and present.
Specifications
| Type of Opportunity | Online competitions |
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| Country | International |
| Deadline | June, 2025 |
| Organizer | World Trade Organization (WTO) |
| Official Link | Visit Now |