The Max Planck Institutes in Germany are giving out fully funded research internships for 2027, covering all fields of computer science. These internships provide step by step procedures to conduct leading-edge research alongside global faculty, often leading to coauthored publications at prestigious academic conferences.
Program Overview & Host Institutes
The research internships are hosted across three world-renowned Max Planck organizations in Germany:
- Max Planck Institute for Informatics
- Max Planck Institute for Software Systems
- Max Planck Institute for Security and Privacy
Each intern is paired directly with a designated academic mentor, and projects are fully customized based on the intern’s specific academic interests and past experience.
What Makes You Eligible Criteria
The program is highly inclusive and welcomes applicants from all nationalities:
- Academic Levels: Open to current Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral (PhD) students who possess a basic background in computer science.
- Thesis Projects: Bachelor’s or Master’s students looking to complete their graduation thesis project are eligible to apply.
- Industry Professionals: Exceptional members of the industry who want to gain academic computer science research experience are welcome.
- Interdisciplinary Backgrounds: Candidates with diverse academic backgrounds intersecting computer science with social science, economics, law, or the humanities are encouraged to apply. Applications are also heavily encouraged from underrepresented groups in STEM.
- Language Requirement: Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in English.
Financial Benefits
- Stipend: A monthly stipend is provided to cover day-to-day living expenses.
- Housing: Accommodation costs are fully covered by the program.
- Travel: The host institution provides round-trip transportation costs from the candidate’s home country to Germany.
- Duration: The standard internship lasts 12 to 14 weeks, but extensions for longer durations are possible if desired.
Required Documents
To complete the application, you will need to upload the following files:
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Official academic transcripts.
- Contact information for at least one academic or professional reference.
- A valid passport and National Identity Card.
- A motivational letter (this is highly recommended, though listed as optional).
Application Deadlines
The Max Planck Institutes accept applications depending on your target intake period:
- Summer Intake (May–August): The deadline is November 1st of the previous year.
- Other Intakes: Applications remain open year-round, but you must apply at least 5 months before your preferred starting date.
Applications must be submitted through the official portal by creating an account, verifying your email address, and completing the online profile.
