Become a shaper
Do you feel lost in the city and are looking for new anchors?
Are you looking for a way to give back by putting your skills to good use?
✅ You are between 18 and 27 years old at the time of application;
✅ You are looking for a way to give back to the city and the community;
✅ Must be a permanent resident of Milan (and surroundings);
✅ You want to meet and work with dynamic young people from across sectors and industries and be part of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Community.
Who should apply?
How to apply?
The next application deadline is November 2026, you can apply by filling out this application form.
If you want to ask questions, meet some of the current Shapers, and gain insights into the work we do before you apply, please write us on Instagram or at milanshapers@gmail.com
If you encounter us outside the application period, you can still reach us here.
Application process
One form, a few questions, a live challenge.
If your application seems like a good fit for our group, you will be invited to a live meeting with the Hub, where we will introduce ourselves and the hub activities and host a challenge to test your ability to work in teams, problem solving, creativity and proactivity.
Our application process is designed on principles of equal opportunity regardless of background, strives for fair assessment at all levels, and aims at ensuring that applicants are ready to dedicate the time and energy it takes to be part of our hub.