About the Program
The EPFL Life Sciences Summer Research Program 2026 is a fully funded summer internship in Switzerland for undergraduate and Master’s students (July 3–August 27). 20–25 students gain hands-on research experience with no IELTS or application fee, offering valuable international exposure.
Eligibility Criteria
- The EPFL Life Sciences Summer Program is open to all Nationals.
- Open to students in biology, biophysics, chemistry, bioengineering, bioinformatics, quantitative biology, and related fields.
- Be currently enrolled in a university and have completed at least two years of undergraduate study or the first year of a master’s degree program by the start of the program.
- Recent graduates (within one year of completing their Bachelor’s degree) are also eligible, especially if they are actively pursuing a Master’s degree in a life science-related field or planning a career in life sciences.
- While diverse life science backgrounds are welcome, applicants should have a solid foundation in core life science subjects, including cell biology and biotechnology.
- IELTS is not required.
