Research internships for bachelor's students 2027

Application period for internships in Canada: August 5–September 16; for internships worldwide: October 15–November 30.

2026/08/20

Are you a student in the natural sciences, life sciences, or engineering looking for a research internship abroad? The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers research internships with scholarships through its RISE Worldwide program.

Who

This opportunity is open to undergraduate and state examination students at TU Darmstadt in the fields of natural sciences, engineering, psychology, and computer science. (Unfortunately, master’s students are not eligible to apply.) You must be enrolled as a full-time student at TU Darmstadt.

What

You can apply for research internships at universities and research institutions worldwide in the summer of 2027. The internships last 6–12 weeks and take place during the summer break. Participants receive a living stipend, a lump-sum travel allowance, and health, accident, and liability insurance for the duration of their stay.

Where

Further information on the RISE Worldwide Program can be found on the DAAD’s program page.

There are two application periods:

- Internships in Canada (through the Canadian partner Mitacs): August 5–September 16

- Internships worldwide: October 15–November 30

If you have any questions, please contact