Want to experience cutting-edge research this summer in Japan through a fully funded summer student program? Well, here is an exciting opportunity! Call for applications for the Sokendai KEK Student Program 2026. A fully funded summer program in Japan jointly funded by the Sokendai, the Graduate University of Advanced Studies, and KEK IINAS-NX. The program offers Japanese citizens as well as international students from across the world an opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in Nuclear Physics, Elementary physics, Material and life sciences, accelerator science at KEK Tsukuba Campus or J-Parc Tokai Campus under the supervision of the renowned researchers in state-of-the-art research facilities.
The duration of the summer program in Japan is 8 weeks, which will run from June to August 2026. The summer student program invites applications from students currently pursuing undergraduate and graduate degree programs in relevant fields from recognized institutes. The KEK summer students program offers generous support to participants, which includes airfare coverage, accommodation, daily allowance, and more. This is your chance to gain hands-on research experience this summer in the leading research labs of Japan, while immersing yourselves in the vibrant culture of Japan. Don’t miss out. Read more details about the KEK student program below.
About the KEK summer student program in Japan
In this program, selected students will be assigned to one of the research groups at J-PARC or KEK, where they will conduct research and engage in ongoing theoretical, technical, and experimental activities under the guidance of renowned KEK researchers. As per the official source, last year the program awarded a total of 21 awards, and this year they will accept a similar number of participants.
Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026: Overview
- Host Country: Japan
- Research Labs: Tsukuba Campus, Tokai Campus
- Eligible Countries: Open for All
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Duration: Upto 8 weeks
- Dates: Mid June – Mid August, 2026
- Application Deadline: February 27th, 2026
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Financial Coverage
The selected participants will recieve following support:
- On-campus accommodation for the duration of the program
- Round-trip airfare costs to/from Japan
- A daily allowance of 1,500 JPY to meet your daily expenses
- Local transportation costs
- Not included:
The following are not covered under the program:
- Visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
Eligiblity criteria
- Accepting applications from both Japanese and international students
- Students currently in the undergraduate or graduate degree programs
- Undergraudate students must be in the 3rd or 4th year of the degree program
- Master’s students must be in the early stages of the degree
- Students pursuing their degrees in STEM-related fields are invited
- PhD students are not eligible to apply
- Excellent command of the English or Japanese language
- Highly competetive students must demonstrate excellent academic achievements
Research Areas
The summer student program offers research opportunities in the following material science and energy physics-related areas, including:
- Elementary Particle & Nuclear Physics
- Material and Life Sciences
- Accelerator Science
- Theory and Advanced Detection Systems
Required Documents
- Current Resume/CV
- Official degree transcript
- One recommendation letter from the institute supervisor or researcher
- Valid passport
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How to Apply?
The application process for the Sokendai KEK Student Program is online via the official portal. Students meeting the required criteria need to visit the offical link mentioned below, complete the registration process to obtain an ID that will be required for the later application stages. Submit all the required documents using the web form. All applications must be sent by February 27, 2026, 9:00 AM Japan time
For more details, visit the program link below:
APPLY FOR JAPAN KEK SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAM
