To all the aspiring students seeking research opportunities abroad, we are here with an exciting short-term immersive “Summer Research Program” offered by one of the most reputed research institutes in Switzerland that you should not miss out on. Applications are open to apply for the EPFL Summer Research Program 2026. A fully funded research program in Switzerland, hosted by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, offers an incredible opportunity to international high-achieving students to carry out cutting-edge research in areas ranging from engineering to quantitative biology at the shores of Lake Geneva, Switzerland.
The objective of the EPFL Research program is to provide students immersive research experience by involving them in ongoing scientific projects and enabling students to apply their theoretical knowledge through real-world practice through real experiments. The EPFL summer research program is calling applications from university students (Bachelors, Masters) currently pursuing their degree programs in the fields related to the life sciences, such as: Biophysics, Biology, Bioengineering, Genetics, Chemistry, etc. The research program is highly competitive students witheh strong academic record and interest in pursuing their career in the life sciences are invitied to submit the applications.
The duration of the research program is 8 weeks, which will take place from July 3 – August 27, 2026, at the Swiss Federal Technology Institute of Lausanne, Switzerland. The program offers an incredible opportunity to gain valuable skills, knowledge, hands-on research experience, mentorship from renowned faculty, and broaden your networks with fellows and experts in your field. There are no Country restrictions; applicants from all around the world are invited to submit their applications. No application fee is required to apply for the EPFL Life Sciences Summer Program. The last date for the submission of applications is November 15th, 2025. Check out more details below:
Details About EPFL Summer Research Program 2026
| Host Country | Switzerland |
|---|---|
| Open for | All Nationals |
| Host Institute | Swiss Federal Technology Institute of Lausanne (EPFL) |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Degree Level | Bachelor’s, Master’s students |
| Number of Awards | 20–25 |
| Application Deadline | November 15th, 2025 |
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Coverage
- A competitive stipend of CHF 3,600 for the duration of the program
- Travel costs to and from Switzerland
- Housing provided nearby by the EPFL campus
EPFL Research Program benefits
The program offers a wide range of benefits to the selected students, which include:
- Participants will be working eight full weeks in a research lab in life sciences
- Gain hands-on research experience by working on ongoing research projects
- Receive mentorship from scientific staff and EPFL faculty
- Access to participation in scientific workshops and seminars
- Participating in cultural and social activities to broaden your network and have cultural exposure
Eligiblity Criteria
Applicants meeting the following criteria set by EPFL for its summer research program are invited to submit their applications:
- Accepting applications from all nationals
- Students currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s or master’s degree program
- Bachelor’s students must have completed at least 2 years of their degree
- Students pursuing their degrees in life sciences, such as Chemistry, genetics, Quantitative Biology, Bioinformatics, Bioengineering, or other closely related fields, can apply
- Excellent academic achievements
- Demonstrate a strong interest in pursuing their careers in life sciences
- Available to attend the program in person for the entire duration in Switzerland
Required Documents
- CV/Resume (Max 1-2) Pages
- Motivation Letter not exceeding 750 words
- Pick up three labs of your choice and explain why those labs are of interest
- Two recommendation letters
- ID or Passport
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How to Apply for EPFL Life Sciences Summer Research Program?
The application process is online via the official EPFL website. Interested applicants must complete all the sections of the application, provide all the documents, and submit the application in one go, as you cannot save the application to complete it later; it must be completed in one sitting. Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
Deadline: November 15th, 2025 at 23:59 CET
Result Announcement: After six weeks of the deadline
For more details & to apply, visit the official link below:
APPLY FOR EPFL SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM
