The CERN Summer Student Programme 2026

The CERN Summer Student Programme 2026

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CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the CERN Summer Student Programme 2026. This program offers a unique opportunity for undergraduate and early-stage postgraduate students to gain hands-on experience in a world-leading scientific environment.

Participants will join a technical or scientific project within a research, engineering, or IT team. This practical work is supplemented by a comprehensive academic component, which includes:

  • A series of lectures delivered by leading scientists and experts covering topics in particle physics, computing, and engineering.

  • Workshops, discussions, and guided tours of CERN's advanced facilities.

  • Opportunities to collaborate with a diverse, international community of peers and professionals.

Eligibility Criteria

  • You must be a Bachelor's or Master's student (not a PhD candidate) in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline.

  • You must have completed at least six semesters (three academic years) of full-time university studies by the start of the program (June 2026).

  • You must remain enrolled as a full-time student at your university during your participation in the program.

  • You must have a good knowledge of English.

  • You must not have previously worked at CERN for more than 3 months or participated in a prior CERN Summer Student Programme.

Successful candidates will receive:

  • A subsistence allowance of 93 CHF per calendar day (tax-free) to cover living expenses.

  • Travel expenses to and from Geneva, Switzerland.

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage through CERN's scheme.

  • Assistance in finding accommodation on the CERN site or in the local area.

Applications must be submitted electronically and include the following documents (in English or French):

  • A Curriculum Vitae (CV).

  • An academic transcript.

  • An academic reference letter (dated within the last 12 months).

Application Deadline: January 26, 2026 (23:59 CET)

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