Summer Research Program at KIT
Summer Research Program in Science and Engineering
exclusively for students from UNCC (USA) and University of Waterloo (Canada)
Gain hands-on research experience at KIT.
Engage in cutting-edge research.
Undertake a research project abroad in a field of interest to you!
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IMPULSE
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International Mobility Program with Partner Universities Leading in Science and Engineering
An exclusive mobility initiative for students from leading partner universities in science and technology. Embark on a unique experience filled with academic challenges, cultural richness, and personal growth—at a world-class institution in Karlsruhe, Southern Germany in the hearth of Europe.
Program Objectives
- Foster Scientific Excellence through research opportunities at a renowned technology-focused university.
- Deepen Intercultural Competence & Global Networks enabling meaningful connections across borders,
- Strengthen academic skills and acquire valuable research skills
- Broaden your horizons: Explore culture, life and history in Germany
What KIT offers
| Research projects |
Chose from research projects in various fields 3 to 4 months duration (depending on your summer term or summer break duration) |
| Interdisciplicary collaboration in research groups | Become part of an interdisciplinary research group at one of KIT's institutes |
| Mentoring & Support |
Close guidance from a personal academic research mentor Organizational support from KIT's International Affairs staff and a student mentor from pre-arrival to farewell |
| Financial Assistance and Accommodation |
Monthly scholarship up to 1.400 EUR Pre-arranged accommodation |
| Culture and Integration Program | Organized group excursions and city trips, leisure time activities, networking events and feedback-workshop fostering integration and exchange |
Who Can Apply
Students currently enrolled at one of our exclusive partner universities University of Waterloo (Canada), University of North Carolina at Charlotte (USA)
Perfect for Bachelor’s and Master’s students in various fields of studies (engineering, natural sciences,…) demonstrating outstanding academic performance in science and technology.
Check out our research projects offered exclusively to students from your university!
Research Projects
Projects are published here in October / November
Application & Selection Process
- Nomination: get in touch with your university’s international exchange office
- Project Application: Submit your academic transcript and a motivation letter for the research project you are interested in
- Screening & Interview: Candidates are evaluated by project coordinators and supervisors from KIT
- Acceptance & Pre-arrival Preparation: Participate in pre-departure seminars to help you preparing your departure and to get to know KIT’s staff, students’ mentor and other international students in the group
- Mobility Abroad: Engage in academic research, events, excursions, and mentoring at KIT from April/May to August.
- Completion & Return: Submit a final report, share your research results and your cultural adventure in Germany with fellow students and KIT’s staff in a feedback-workshop before departure in August.
| Next intake and program start | April or May 2026 |
| Application deadline | tbd |
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