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Are you a STEM student interested in gaining research experience in a world-class academic environment? If so, the Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) at King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) accepts applications for 2025.
Opportunity Details
The Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) at KAUST offers internships for 3rd and 4th-year bachelor’s and master’s students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). With over 100 faculty-led projects, students can choose research topics that align with their interests for internships lasting 3 to 6 months. The program is perfect for those seeking hands-on exposure to research or co-op experience, and many interns find it excellent preparation for future graduate studies.
Internships are flexible, allowing you to choose your start and end dates at any point throughout the year. This year-round flexibility helps create an international community of interns from top universities. KAUST covers tuition fees, housing, return flights, and provides a monthly stipend for living expenses.
During your internship, you'll collaborate with renowned faculty in state-of-the-art facilities and contribute to real-world research. KAUST’s vibrant and diverse community includes more than 100 nationalities, offering interns a unique opportunity to work in a globally diverse environment.
VSRP internship is a fully funded program. The benefits included in the program are:
Entry Requirements
Current PhD candidates, KAUST students or KAUST alumni are ineligible to apply.
Documents Required
Apply for the VSRP internship on the Project page which lists over 100 active projects spanning STEM disciplines. Each project includes information on the nature of the project, the recommended student background and a set of desired research outcomes. Interested students can apply to a specific project via the ‘Apply’ button on each project page.
Apply for King Abdullah University of Science & Technology’s Internship