CERN Summer Student Program in Switzerland

CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research announces the opening of application for the Summer Student Program. Over a period of 8 to 13 weeks, students will work on an advanced technical project in an experimental or engineering team.

Main Activities:

1. During this unique and exciting time, students can attend a series of lectures specially prepared for them, where experts and scientists from around the world share their knowledge about a wide range of topics in the fields of theoretical and experimental particle physics, engineering and computing. 
2. Visits to the CERN facilities, as well as attending discussion sessions and workshops are also key features of the program. 
3. A short report on student's work and project at CERN will be expected at the end of their stay.

Qualifications:

In order to qualify for a place on the program applicants will need to meet the following requirements:

1. They are a Bachelor or Master student (not PhD) in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics and should have completed, by the European Summer 2019, at least three years of full-time studies at university level.
2. They will remain registered as students during their stay at CERN. If they expect to graduate during European summer 2019 (as of May), they are also eligible to apply.
3. They have not worked at CERN before with any other status (Technical Student, Trainee, User or other status) for more than 3 months.
4. They have a good knowledge of English; knowledge of French would be an advantage.

Benefits:

CERN will provide coming students with:

1. A contract of association of 8 to 13 weeks* to work on a technical project.
2. An extensive physics lecture program (students will also be able to attend a series of IT lectures organized by Openlab).
3. A 90 CHF per calendar day (net of tax) subsistence allowance to cover the cost of accommodation and meals in the Geneva area for a single person for the whole contract duration.
4. A travel allowance on a lump sum basis paid at the end of your stay to help you with the cost of travel between Geneva and your residence at the time of the selection committee.
5. Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive Health Insurance scheme (contribution already deducted from allowance).
6. Assistance to find accommodation on the CERN site or nearby.

Application Documents:

When applying for this opportunity make sure to submit the following documents:

1. A CV in either English or French.
2. A copy of your most recent academic transcript giving an overview of your marks (if you download it from your university portal please make sure the document is not protected so that we can open it).
3. At least one reference letter (dated less than 12 months), preferably 2, from your lecturers.