CERN Summer Student Programme
About this internship
Spend a summer at CERN working alongside world-leading physicists and engineers. Participate in cutting-edge experiments at the Large Hadron Collider. Attend lectures by CERN scientists. 300+ students selected annually from thousands of applicants.
Who can apply
Undergraduate students who have completed at least 3 years. Studying physics, engineering, CS, or mathematics. Must be nationals of CERN member states.
What you will do
- Join CERN research teams and contribute to a physics, engineering, or computing project
- Attend a programme of lectures given by CERN scientists
- Work with cutting-edge equipment alongside an international group of students
- Present your project results at the end of the programme
Perks and benefits
Daily allowance CHF 90, travel allowance, CERN ID & canteen access, certificate of participation, networking with 300+ students
How to apply
- Be an undergraduate in physics, engineering, computing, or maths who has completed at least 3 years of study
- Be a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State (limited places for others)
- Apply through the CERN careers portal during the open window (closing around late January)
- Submit your CV, motivation letter, and reference letters
Frequently asked questions
Is CERN Summer Student Programme paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Paid (daily subsistence allowance) Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does CERN Summer Student Programme last? +
The listed duration is 8-13 weeks.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is January 31, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Undergraduate students who have completed at least 3 years. Studying physics, engineering, CS, or mathematics. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
