The CERN Summer Student Program 2026 in Switzerland offers an exceptional opportunity for international students to gain hands-on experience at the world’s leading particle physics research center.
This fully funded program provides travel allowance, accommodation support, and a daily stipend, allowing talented students to explore CERN’s advanced research facilities and collaborate with top scientists across various disciplines.
Program Summary
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Host Organization: CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Duration: 8–13 Weeks
- Eligibility: International Students
Program Details
The CERN Summer Student Program 2026 is designed to immerse undergraduate and master’s students in scientific and technical fields such as physics, engineering, and computer science in an environment of innovation and world-class research. Participants engage in practical projects, technical workshops, and expert-led lecture series that offer deeper insights into particle physics and advanced technologies.
Beyond research exposure, the program helps students expand their professional networks, gain hands-on technical experience, and contribute to ongoing scientific advancements at one of the most prestigious research institutions in the world.
Program Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
- Daily allowance of 90 CHF for accommodation and meals in Geneva
- Travel allowance from home country to Geneva
- Access to hands-on technical projects
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Extensive physics lecture program
- Access to IT lectures organized by Openlab
- Assistance with accommodation arrangements at or near CERN
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or master’s program in physics, engineering, computer science, or related fields
- Have completed at least three years of study before the program begins
- Not have worked at CERN for more than three months previously
- Be proficient in English (knowledge of French is an added advantage)
- Be available to stay for a minimum of eight weeks during the program
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following:
- CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Academic transcripts
- Reference letters from professors or academic supervisors
- Motivation letter explaining their interest in the program
Deadline
- 26th January 2026
How to Apply
To apply for the CERN Summer Student Program 2026, follow these steps:
- Visit the official CERN Summer Student Program application portal
- Create an account by providing your personal and academic information
- Complete the application form and fill in all required fields
- Upload your CV, academic transcripts, reference letters, and other necessary documents
- Review all details to ensure accuracy before submitting your application
- Wait for selection; successful applicants will be notified by CERN
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