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Summer programPaidIn person
CERN Summer Student Programme
CERN
Overview
Undergraduates in physics, computing and engineering spend 8–13 weeks at CERN working with research teams and attending a lecture programme. Eligibility differs between member/associate-state and non-member-state nationals.
- Who it's for
- Undergraduate, Master's
- Fields
- Natural Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics
Indicative — confirmSource: CERN(opens in a new tab)
Eligibility & requirements
- 01Undergraduate with at least three years of full-time university study by the summer
- 02Studying physics, computing or engineering
- 03Separate rules for member, associate member and non-member state nationals
Summarised from the official programme pages. The official rules always take precedence.
Funding
Allowance and travel support.
Deadline
Application
Typically closes in January
Not yet verifiedSource: CERN Careers(opens in a new tab)
Timing from previous cycles. Add this to your planner and enter the confirmed date once it's announced.
Location
Geneva, Switzerland
Countries: Switzerland
Application process
- 1Check eligibility for your nationality on CERN Careers.
- 2Apply online with references.
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