By: Wafaa Fayez
CAIRO, Jan. 26 (SEE)- Outstanding bachelor’s and master’s students from all over the world can join IST Austria in the ISTernship program. Students who are interested in basic research in the fields of biology, computer science, data science, mathematics, physics, neuroscience and interdisciplinary areas, are encouraged to apply.
The ISTernship (“IST-” + “(int)ernship“) is a summer
internship program for bachelor’s and master’s students who are looking to
expand their scientific research experience. Every summer since 2013, roughly
30-40 students join the ISTernship program and work closely with our faculty or
a lab member on a short research project.
As part of the application,
prospective interns choose a group to work in, and successful applicants agree
on a research project with the group leader. The participating faculty will be
announced latest when the call opens.
Upon arrival, ISTerns receive an
introduction to research at IST Austria as well as an introduction to the IST
Austria Graduate School. The program culminates with a research symposium,
where ISTerns present their work to peers, faculty and lab mentors.
Internships are full-time and
will be conducted exclusively in English.
Candidates must be enrolled Bachelor- or Master of Science
students in good standing at a degree granting institution. They must have
completed at least the fourth semester of their bachelor’s studies (before the
respective start date).
All students, regardless of
nationality or country of residence, are eligible to apply.
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