The Excellence Research Internship Program 2026 offers international participants an opportunity to spend 2-3 months (between February – August 2026) at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland, engaging in hands-on supervised research, gaining academic experience in a top-tier technical university.
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Host Institution: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)
Study Level: Undergraduate or Master’s students (typically from partner institutions)
Coverage: Paid Internship — monthly stipend of CHF 1,800, plus housing and living-related benefits.
Program Benefits: Monthly stipend of CHF 1,800 to cover housing and living expenses.
Simplified visa procedures, discounts on meals, travel, cultural activities, and free access to EPFL Sports Centre.
Supervised research project at EPFL under mentors in a top research environment.
Application Deadline: November 30, 2025
