Fields of study: Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Medicine, Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Biology
The HZDR Summer Student Program offers undergraduate and master's students from around the world the opportunity to join research teams at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf in Germany. Running between July and September, the program allows students to conduct hands-on research in natural sciences, life sciences, medicine, and technology. Participants receive free accommodation, a stipend for living expenses, and travel insurance, while attending scientific lectures and lab tours.
Benefits
Free accommodation for the entire duration of the stay.
Daily stipend of 36 Euro to cover living expenses.
Health, accident, and third-party liability insurance coverage.
Public transport bus tickets provided.
Scientific lectures and lab tours.
Individual coaching and supervision by HZDR researchers.
Eligibility
Must be a student of natural sciences, life sciences, medicine, technology, or related areas.
Must have completed at least three years of university studies (including Bachelor's) by September 30, 2026.
Must remain enrolled as a student at their university during the program period (July–September 2026).
Must hold a B.Sc. degree or have equivalent academic standing (senior undergraduate or master's student).
Must have good knowledge of the English language.
PhD students are NOT eligible.
Requirements
Online application form.
CV (Curriculum Vitae).
Copy of Student ID.
Academic transcripts/records.
Letter of recommendation from a university professor or senior scientist.
Proof of enrollment for the program period.
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Student ID Copy
Academic Transcripts
Letter of Recommendation
Proof of Enrollment
Programs of Study
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Medicine, Computer Science, Engineering, Material Science
Application Process
Navigate to the HZDR online application portal.
Fill in the 'Summer Student Program Application'.
Provide personal data, education details, and research preferences.
Upload the required documents (CV, transcripts, student ID).
Submit the application form.
Ask a referee to submit the recommendation letter separately.
How to Apply
Visit the official HZDR application page.
Complete the online registration form with your personal and academic details.
Upload your CV, current transcript, and student ID.
Have a professor or senior scientist submit a recommendation letter on your behalf.
Submit the full application by the February 22 deadline.
Selection Process
Verification of eligibility (student status, years of study).
Evaluation of academic performance and CV.
Review of the recommendation letter.
Matching of applicant skills with available research group projects.