Summary:
Are you an undergraduate student in biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, earth sciences, or engineering? Discover the RISE DAAD Internships in Germany! This comprehensive scholarship program offers valuable research experience, cultural immersion, and a chance to broaden your international experience. Delve into top-tier research environments, immerse yourself in a rich cultural experience, and elevate your global network through this unique opportunity.

Designation: RISE DAAD Intern 2025

Research Area: Science and Engineering

Location: Germany

Eligibility/Qualification:

  • Must be an undergraduate student in the US, Canada, the UK, or Ireland
  • Majoring in biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, earth sciences, or engineering, or a closely related field
  • Have completed at least two years of study by the time the internship begins
  • Maintain undergraduate status after the internship concludes

Description:
The RISE DAAD Internships in Germany offer a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to engage in research projects at top German universities and research institutions. This internship provides a platform to conduct research at premier German universities and institutions, such as the Max Planck Institute or Fraunhofer Society, where groundbreaking discoveries are made. Participants will not only gain hands-on experience in their respective fields but also immerse themselves in a new culture, expand their global network, and develop skills that are highly valuable in the job market. The internship also offers substantial financial support, including a monthly stipend, health insurance, travel allowance, and coverage of international travel costs. Exclusive opportunities are available for Canadian students through a special collaboration with Mitacs, offering up to 100 positions with combined scholarships. Applicable duration is between 10 weeks and 90 days, flexible within the specified start and end dates.

How to Apply:
Interested students must submit their applications online through the RISE database. The application period is from October 15 to November 30, 2024. The first step is to register and log in to access the internship database. After that, applicants will need to fill out the online application form and upload all required documents. The deadline for application submission is November 30, 2024, by 11:59 pm CET (Central European Time), with letters of recommendation due by December 15, 2024.

Last Date for Apply: November 30, 2024

Table:

FeatureDetails
Monthly Stipend992 Euros (calculated on a daily basis for shorter stays)
Insurance CoverageHealth insurance, accident insurance, and personal liability insurance
Travel Allowance160 Euros for attending the RISE Germany meeting in Heidelberg in early July
International Travel SubsidyCoverage of international travel costs
Partnership for Canadian ApplicantsUp to 100 positions with combined scholarships from Mitacs and DAAD
EligibilityMust be an undergraduate student in the US, Canada, the UK, or Ireland, majoring in specified fields and have completed at least two years of study
Duration10 weeks to 90 days, starting between May 15 and July 15, 2025
Application PeriodOctober 15 to November 30, 2024
Application DeadlineNovember 30, 2024, by 11:59 pm CET
Recommendation DeadlineDecember 15, 2024, by 11:59 pm CET
Announcement of PositionsFebruary/March 2025

Source: https://www.daad.de/rise/en/

Please note that the provided scholarship post is structured based on the information available from the website. For the latest and most accurate details, applicants are advised to visit the official website and refer to the admission requirements and guidelines provided by the institution offering the internship.