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KAUST Internship Opportunities

The Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) is an exciting internship opportunity aimed at offering research experience for highly qualified and motivated international students in science, technology, enginnering and mathematics. Collaborate with our faculty in world-class facilities. Contribute to new knowledge that's not only published in journals, but also helps foster solutions that impact the society.

KAUST Internship Opportunities include :

Covered Tuition Costs
On-Campus Housing
Routine Medical Coverage
Living Allowance
Relocation Costs (including visa & airfare)
#1 in the Arab world
THE University Rankings 2023
#2 Under 20 years of age
Nature Index Young University 2021
#1 Under 20
a3 Academic Rankings 2018

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Why KAUST

Unparalled Support
KAUST Internship Opportunities offer students freedom to focus solely on the work. It's the perfect environment to make a meaningful impact.
Superior Research Facilities
We foster an ideal environment for research and provide access to cutting edge equipment, top of the line research centers, and core labs.
Interdisciplinary Approach
We collaborate across disciplines in science and engineering, to promote innovation and solve fundamental problems.
Support for Entrepreneurs
We support the incubation and acceleration of new businesses with innovation and economic development programs.
Unique Location
The University's award winning campus is a diverse community on the shores of the Red Sea, offering a unique environment in which to live, learn and thrive.
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KAUST for me has been inspiration, research, passion, friendship, culture, growth. The state-of-the-art facilities, collaborative environment, and diverse community have fostered an unparalleled learning experience. Being here, I've not only gained knowledge but also contributed to scientific innovation. KAUST's unique blend of rigorous academics, global perspectives, and serene setting make it an exceptional place for scholarly pursuit. I will definitely continue the collaboration with KAUST for my next research project. I feel blessed.

Lucia Palombi
MS, Sapienza University of Rome
An intern with Prof. Gaetano Magnotti on the project, Experimental Study of Carbon-free Combustion

Our Internship Projects

Our projects focus on the areas of food and health, water, energy, environment, and the digital domain. To make the world a healthier, safer, greener and more sustainable place to live.

Interested in applying for graudate studies?

At KAUST, our students and faculty come from every corner of the globe, bringing a multicultural perspective to the challenges of the scientific community. Admission to KAUST is rigorous and thorough, allowing us to cultivate a cohort of future global leaders.
 
Application requirements
  • Official university transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or CAE Academic score
  • Official GRE scores (GRE submission is encouraged and will enhance an application, but it is not compulsory)
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