Dreaming of completing an international internship at one of Europe’s most prestigious organizations? Applications are now open for the CERN Administrative Student Program 2026 in Switzerland!
This fully funded opportunity allows international students to gain hands-on experience at CERN Headquarters in Geneva. The internship lasts between 2 to 12 months, with no application fee and no IELTS requirement. It’s open to students currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in administrative-related fields.
Imagine waking up in Switzerland and starting your day working with brilliant minds from around the world—this could be your reality!
Program Details
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Location: CERN Headquarters, Geneva
- Duration: 2–12 Months
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 16 November 2025
Financial Benefits
The CERN Administrative Student Program provides full financial coverage, including:
- A monthly stipend of 3,452 CHF
- Economy class airfare to/from Switzerland
- Family allowance (if applicable)
- Health insurance coverage
- Paid leave
Internship Fields
Selected students can join internships across a wide range of disciplines, such as:
- Human Resources
- Business Administration
- Translation
- Finance & Accounting
- Law
- Logistics
- Library & Information Science
- Engineering Management
- Education
- Science Communication
- Public Relations & Communication
- Audiovisual Media
- Psychology
- Advanced Secretarial Work
- Audit
…and many other administrative fields.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Be a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State
- Have completed at least 18 months (3 semesters) of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an administrative field
- Remain enrolled as a full-time student throughout the internship
- Have a good command of English or French (IELTS not required)
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents in PDF format:
- CV (clearly labeled “CV”)
- Most recent academic transcript
- Reference letter (labeled “Reference Letter”)
Tip: Be as detailed as possible when filling out the Education and Experience sections of the application.
How to Apply
The application process is fully online. Please note that the form cannot be saved, so prepare your answers in advance before starting.
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