Want to gain practical research experience at one of Saudi Arabia’s leading research institutes? If so, applications are invited for the KAUST VSRP Internship 2026-27. VSRP, also known as the Visiting Student Research Program, is a fully funded research internship offered by the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology. The internship is designed for students enrolled in bachelor’s or master’s degree programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. There are no country restrictions; applicants from around the world are invited to apply. The program offers students an excellent opportunity to gain practical research experience in their areas of interest, with supervision from renowned faculty in a world-class scientific environment.
The KAUST VSRP internship duration is 2-6 months. You can decide the start and end dates with the host, making it suitable for students seeking research experience at different points in their academic calendar. It’s a fully funded internship. Interns will receive a $1,000 monthly stipend, private accommodation, return airfare, and access to KAUST’s research facilities. Read more details below.
About KAUST VSRP Internship 2026-27
KAUST VSRP is a flagship program at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology that allows students to move beyond classroom learning and work directly on research projects under the supervision of experienced faculty. KAUST is currently offering 100+ active research projects across STEM fields. You can choose a project aligning with your academic background and research interests.
Internship Overview
- Country: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Host Institute: King Abdullah University of Science & Technology
- Program Type: Research Internship
- Internship Duration: 2-6 Months
- Aimed at: Bachelor’s and Master’s students
- Deadline: Open year-round
Internship Benefits
Interns will receive:
- A monthly stipend of $1,000
- Accommodation
- Return airfare coverage
- Participation in social and cultural activities
- Access to the institute’s core laboratories and research facilities
- Opportunity to work with KAUST’s leading faculty and researchers
Who can Apply?
The internship is open to:
- Open to all nationals
- Undergraduate students in their 3rd year or above and
- Master’s students in STEM fields.
- Students with a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent
- Students who can demonstrate English language proficiency
- Students who have completed their degree within one year of the internship start date may also apply.
English Language Requirement
- IELTS: 6.5 overall
- TOEFL: 4.5 overall
- PTE Academic: 64 overall
- Cambridge C1/C2: 176 overall
- Duolingo: 110 overall
Research Areas
The internship offers research projects in a wide range of STEM fields, including:
- Applied Mathematics and Computational Science
- Applied Physics
- Computer Science
- Bioscience
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Earth Science and Engineering
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Energy Resources and Petroleum Engineering
- Bioengineering
- Environmental Science and Engineering
- Materials Science and Engineering and more
Check out the list of complete projects here
Required Documents
- Official transcript in English
- One recommendation from a faculty member at their current institution
- Valid passport
- Statement of Purpose
- CV/Resume
Application Fee
No application fee is required to apply for the KAUST VSRP Internship.
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How to Apply?
The KAUST VSRP Internship application is submitted online through the official portal. Visit the KAUST internship page, explore the available research projects, select the project that aligns with your interests and academic background, review its requirements, prepare your documents, and submit your application.
Note: Students can apply for one project at a time.
