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Overview
Through the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Material Science and Engineering program you will be immersed in the day-to-day working of a real-world project within the research lab/group under the guidance of KAUST faculty mentors and their staff for the duration of their internship.
You’ll have access and training in all of our facilities and laboratories. The facilities themselves are specifically designed for post-graduate projects and professional research, with state-of-the-art equipment and the latest technologies. They are a place to work together and solve the world’s leading problems, while learning how to use the tools you’ll need for the rest of your career.
We believe that great ideas flow when we’re relaxed, so KAUST offers a balanced lifestyle between studying and conducting research. Through this internship you will have opportunities to pursue your personal hobbies, join student clubs, participate in sports and recreational programs, or volunteer your skills to support a local project.
Eligibility
The program is open to driven students with insatiable curiosity and strong academic background that meet the below criteria:
- 3rd or 4th year Bachelors or Masters students
- Strong verbal & written English skills (no test scores required)
Benefits
As a fully-funded internship, student admitted into the programme will receive a $1,000 USD monthly stipend in addition to:
- Free on-campus accommodation with private bedroom and bathroom, including all utility costs
- Free health insurance
- Free travel costs (including visa & return flights)
- Access to KAUSTs Core Laboratories and major research facilities
- Social and cultural activities
About KAUST
Set on the shore of the Red Sea, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a catalyst for innovation, economic development, and social prosperity. KAUST is quickly becoming recognized as one of the world’s leading institutions with the #1 most citations per faculty (QS University rankings 2016-2021) and ranked #1 top university under 20 years old (A3 academic rankings 2018). With a focus on food and health, water, energy, environment, and the digital domain, KAUST strives toward enhancing the welfare of society by providing its faculty and students with a state-of-the-art environment.
So if you’re a current undergraduate or master’s student in the STEM fields and you’re researching how to solve the world’s most pressing scientific problems, start your adventure at KAUST today!
Programme Structure
Projects range from 12 to 24 weeks and start all year round making it easier for you to fit them into your current academic schedule.
You will work day-to-day within the lab/group on your project and have access to training in specialized equipment.
Interns will also have the opportunity to join social and cultural activities through the program, take part in regular community events, or pursue their hobbies in our student groups.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Materials ScienceAcademic requirements
The VSRP programme seeks students with excellent academic performance as indicated by GPA 3.5/4 or 14/20 (ECTS B).
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
When submitting your application, you will need to provide the following documents:
- Official academic transcripts for Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees (if applicable)
- Passport copy
- CV
- A statement of purpose which tells us about your motivation to apply for the internship
- Letter of recommendation from any faculty at your home university
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 6 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 6 months.
This is a fully-funded internship; it includes tuition, airfare, housing, medical insurance, visa reimbursement and a monthly stipend of $1,000.
Living costs for Thuwal
2270 - 3445 SAR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Please note, the above estimate of living costs is higher than students at KAUST will experience!
As a fully-funded internship, students admitted into the programme will receive a $1,000 USD monthly stipend in addition to:
- Free on-campus accommodation with private bedroom and bathroom, including all utility costs
- Free health insurance
- Free travel costs (including visa & return flights)
- Access to KAUSTs Core Laboratories and major research facilities
- Social and cultural activities
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