Fully Funded CERN Technical Student Program 2025–26 – Intern in Switzerland for 4–12 Months
- Host Organization: CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Program Duration: 4 to 12 months
- Eligible Degrees: Bachelor’s or Master’s (in progress)
- Application Deadline: 11 August 2025
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Eligible Applicants: Citizens of CERN Member or Associate Member States
Program Overview
CERN invites undergraduate and master’s students in technical fields to apply for its prestigious Technical Student Program. This fully funded internship offers hands-on experience at one of the world’s leading research centers in physics and engineering. Interns work alongside top scientists and engineers while gaining exposure to cutting-edge projects in a multicultural environment.
Financial Benefits
- Monthly stipend of 3407 Swiss Francs
- Travel allowance to and from Switzerland
- Health insurance coverage
- 2 to 5 days of paid leave per month
- Additional supplements depending on personal circumstances
Fields of Study
Internships are available in the following disciplines:
- Information Technology, Mathematics & Robotics
- Electrical/Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- General/Civil Engineering
- Material & Surface Sciences
- Applied Physics
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a CERN Member or Associate Member State
- Be enrolled full-time in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program
- Have completed at least 18 months of university studies
- Remain enrolled during the entire internship
- Have a good command of English or French (no test required)
Required Documents
- Updated CV
- Academic transcripts
- Reference letter from a university professor
How to Apply
- Visit the CERN Careers Portal - click here
- Select the Technical Student Program and click “I’m interested”
- Complete the online form and upload all required documents in PDF format
- Submit your application before 11 August 2025
This is a rare opportunity to intern at CERN, boost your career in STEM, and experience life in Switzerland—all expenses covered.
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