The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP). This fully funded internship is designed for outstanding undergraduate students with a strong interest in artificial intelligence and related STEM fields.
The UAE Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP) provides comprehensive financial support, including monthly stipends, visa sponsorship, airfares, accommodation, health insurance, airport transfers, and full access to MBZUAI’s world-class student facilities, offering participants a unique opportunity to gain hands-on AI research experience while living in the UAE.
Internship Summary
- Host Country: UAE
- Category: Internships | Training
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Sponsorship | Living Stipend | Travel Costs | Accommodation | Health Insurance
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: February 28, 2026
Internship Details
Applications have officially opened for the Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP) for interested and qualified undergraduate students worldwide. Launched in 2023, UGRIP is MBZUAI’s flagship experiential research internship, created to expose undergraduates to cutting-edge artificial intelligence research under the guidance of leading global experts.
The program is structured to help participants strengthen their research skills, build meaningful academic networks with top AI researchers, and experience academic and cultural life in the UAE. Through UGRIP, students gain early exposure to advanced AI research while exploring future academic and career pathways in artificial intelligence and related disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the UAE Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP), applicants must:
- Be undergraduate students in the penultimate year of a STEM-related program
- Be graduating after August 2026
- Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
Program Benefits
Successful applicants of the UGRIP 2026 will receive:
- Generous monthly stipend
- Fully funded accommodation
- Visa sponsorship, airfares, and airport transfers
- Health insurance
- Social and cultural activities
- Access to MBZUAI’s student facilities
Required Documents
To apply for this internship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed application form
- Enrollment letter from the university registrar showing admission date, program duration, and expected graduation date
- Official academic transcript listing all courses, grades, and credit hours
- Proof of English proficiency, which may include:
- TOEFL iBT (minimum score of 90)
- IELTS Academic (minimum overall score of 6.5)
- EmSAT English (minimum score of 1550)
- OR an official letter from the university registrar confirming English as the medium of instruction
- Valid colour passport copy (minimum one-year validity)
- Statement of Purpose essay, covering:
- Motivation for applying
- Personal and academic background and suitability for UGRIP
- Stand-out achievements (awards, distinctions, etc.)
- Goals as a prospective UGRIP participant
- Preferred career path and future plans
- Any additional relevant information supporting the application
All documents must be submitted in English or accompanied by certified translations. Academic documents must include official stamps and signatures.
How to Apply
To apply for the UAE Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP) 2026, applicants must:
- Complete the online application process
- Upload all required documents as instructed
- Submit the application before the deadline
Applications for the 2026 UGRIP will open on January 1, 2026, and the program will run from Sunday, May 31 to Friday, June 26, 2026.
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