To all the aspiring students with an interest in physics, do you want to have an immersive short-term research experience in Europe this summer with all your finances covered? Well, here is an exciting opportunity. Applications for one of the most anticipated Swiss Summer Student Program 2026, S3P3 in Particle Physics, are now open. A 9-week fully funded summer program in Switzerland jointly organized through the consortium of 5 top European institutes, the University of Zurich, the University of Geneva, and the University of Bern, with the support of the Swiss Institute of Particle Physics and the Swiss Academy of Sciences, offers an exceptional opportunity to international students to conduct research in the leading research institutes of Switzerland.
The summer program invites applications from outstanding international students pursuing undergraudate and graduate degree programs in Physics, applied physics, or related fields from recognized institutes. Students in the undergraudate degree program must be in the 3rd year of their degree program. The program also accepts students from the Engineering program, but they must demonstrate interest in Physics. The selected students will be assigned to one of the research groups at the University of Zurich, EPFL, the University of Bern, or Eth Zurich, where they will conduct cutting-edge research under the supervision of world-class researchers
The 9-week program will run from July 13 to September 13, 2025. The summer program is highly competitive. Students with excellent academic standings and achievements are encouraged to apply. Check out more details about the S3P3 Summer Students program 2026 below.
S3P3 Swiss Summer Student Program 2026 Overview
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Program: Swiss S3P3 Summer Program
- Duration: 9 Weeks
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Program Dates: July 13 – September 13, 2026
- Application Deadline: March 20th, 2026
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Program Support
It’s a fully funded summer program, and the selected participants will receive the following support:
- Comprehensive health coverage
- Travel Expenses
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Visa Expenses
- Any other expenses related to the program
Host Institutes
Participants are hosted at the following institutes:
- EtH Zurich
- University of Geneva
- University of Bern
- University of Zurich
- EPFL
Eligiblity Criteria
Applicants meeting the following criteria are invited to apply for the Swiss Summer Student Program S3P3:
- Citizenship: Accepting applications from all nationals
- Academic status: Currently enrolled in the 3rd year of a bachelor’s degree or in a master’s program.
- Academic background: Pursuing their degrees in the fields of physics, applied physics, or related fields.
- Commitment: Must commit to full 9-week participation in the program
- Strong profiency in the English language
- Possess excellent academic achievements
Benefits
- Gain hands-on research experience in leading research institutes of Europe
- Conduct research under the supervision of dedicated supervisors
- Hands-on learning through workshops and seminars led by experts
- Expand global network with peers and experts in physics or related fields
- A great addition for your CVs
Selection Criteria
The selection is based on the candidates:
- Academic achievements
- Exam score
- Graduation score
- Relevance to the program
Required Documents
- Application Form
- Resume/CV
- Personal statement
- Academic Transcripts
- 2 Reference letters
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How to Apply?
Applicants interested in the summer program must submit their applications electronically via the official S3P3 2026 Application Portal. Complete the online application, provide the required documents, arrange the reference letters, and submit the application before March 28th, 2026.
Result Announcement: By April 2026.
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