Are you an ambitious undergraduate or master’s student seeking international research experience? The KAUST Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) Internship 2025 is now open for applications! Hosted by the prestigious King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia, this fully funded research internship offers an incredible opportunity to work on innovative projects in world-class labs—with no application fee required.
This highly competitive and well-paid internship lasts between 3 to 6 months, and the best part? You can choose your own start and end dates throughout the year.
KAUST Internship 2025 Highlights:
- Host Country: Saudi Arabia
- Institution: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
- Program Name: Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP)
- Duration: 3–6 Months
- Application Deadline: Open All Year
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
What’s Covered (Financial Benefits):
- Monthly stipend of $1,000 USD
- Free private room and bath in on-campus housing
- Round-trip airfare provided
- Full access to KAUST laboratories and facilities
- Participation in social and cultural activities
Internship Fields at KAUST:
Internships are available across 17 STEM-related programs. Areas include:
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Science & Engineering
- Bioscience & Bioengineering
- Chemistry & Chemical Engineering
- Earth Science, Marine Science, and Plant Science
- Applied Mathematics & Statistics
- Energy Resources & Petroleum Engineering
- Materials Science & Engineering
Explore available research projects here
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to all international applicants
- Undergraduate students must be in 3rd year of Bachelor’s program
- Master’s students must be currently enrolled
- Minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0 or equivalent
- English proficiency required (TOEFL iBT 79+ or IELTS 6.5+)
- Not eligible: Current PhD students, KAUST students, or alumni
Required Documents:
- Updated CV/Resume
- Statement of Purpose (explaining motivation for joining)
- Official academic transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation
- Valid passport copy
How to Apply:
- Visit the official KAUST VSRP portal.
- Browse available research projects and choose one aligned with your interest.
- Create an account and submit your application online.
- If shortlisted, a KAUST faculty member will reach out to discuss the next steps.
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