WorldSkills

WorldSkills Conference and WorldSkills Competition are two platforms, united by one vision

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:35:00 +0000

Running side by side in Shanghai, WorldSkills Conference 2026 explores what a skills-driven future looks like, while WorldSkills Competition 2026 shines a spotlight on the talent needed to build it.

WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 visitor registration is live

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:14:07 +0000

Individual visitor registration is open for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, giving people the chance to marvel at the magic and learn more about the mastery.

First view of the medals for the 48th WorldSkills Competition

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:44:51 +0000

The WorldSkills medal is a symbol of determination and mastery in the Competition arena, and a cherished reminder of the value of skills excellence for the future.

A quick guide to booking Skills CoLab meetings

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

How to book your place for WorldSkills Conference’s most innovative initiative.

WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 unveils official merchandise

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:16:34 +0000

A new collection of products, blending Chinese tradition and Shanghai culture, has been launched to mark WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 — the celebration of skills excellence taking place in September.

Tour services help WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 guests explore the ‘Magic City’

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:41:53 +0000

Visitors to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 can access a selection of tour and travel services to help make the most of their time in China.

Beyond AI, WorldSkills Conference 2026 to spotlight innovation in skills development

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:52:00 +0000

Innovation will centre discussions in Shanghai, addressing AI’s transformative effect on TVET to help systems adapt faster, become more inclusive, and open pathways to opportunity.

Global Partner IAPMO supports industry excellence ahead of Shanghai

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:48:00 +0000

Plumbing and Heating Champions and Experts joined forces at a unique ‘Skills Forum’ that gave new Competitors-in-training a taste of competition conditions before WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, while showing the rest of the industry the importance of skills excellence.

WorldSkills Conference will advance the global agenda for TVET

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:27:00 +0000

WorldSkills Conference 2026 will unite TVET leaders from around the world to strengthen international cooperation.

WorldSkills Jamaica and Studica Robotics host skilled talent at a five-day training camp

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:50:59 +0000

WorldSkills Jamaica and Global Partner Studica Robotics joined forces to train Competitors and Experts in two of the world’s fastest-growing skills ahead of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

Shaping human-centred TVET systems at WorldSkills Conference 2026

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0000

The search begins for the WorldSkills Champions Trust 2027 to 2028

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:02:12 +0000

WorldSkills is calling on Champions to apply to be a youth ambassador and make an impact on the global stage for skills.

BeChangeMaker 2026: Meet the finalists of the programme's 10th anniversary

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:12:01 +0000

Five teams of exceptional social entrepreneurs will pitch in front of the international audience of WorldSkills Conference 2026 in Shanghai, China.

WorldSkills Conference 2026 welcomes Ministers and international dignitaries

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:29:00 +0000

This September, WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 becomes the world's meeting point for skills development, welcoming 40 ministers and deputy ministers responsible for TVET around the globe.

From WorldSkills Champion to a champion of others

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:05:49 +0000

After winning the Medallion for Excellence in Graphic Design at WorldSkills Competition Special Edition 2022, Steven Harris Ramdev is now showing the next generation why the WorldSkills pathway offers far more than a medal.

Helping Czechia’s youth value skills and build a global perspective

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:54:23 +0000

Following World Youth Skills Day 2026, we share an innovative programme from Czechia that demonstrates additional ways WorldSkills Competitions are used as a springboard for youth development.

What looks like magic, WorldSkills calls excellence

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:25:15 +0000

As we celebrate World Youth Skills Day 2026, WorldSkills joins UNESCO-UNEVOC in celebrating the dedication behind every skilled performance.

WorldSkills Champion launches skills-to-income programme

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:55:00 +0000

Discover how a skilled baker from Bangladesh turned competition success into a stellar career and a purpose-led community enterprise.

Shanghai steps onto the global stage for skills

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:18:09 +0000

The skills community will gather in one of the most dynamic cities in the world for the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 in September. Here is what they can expect.

Join us at WorldSkills: a new role in Information Technology

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:38:34 +0000

WorldSkills International is seeking an experienced professional to join its global team as Senior Manager of Event Technology.