2027 EPFL Summer Research Program in Switzerland | Fully Funded
The École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) invites international students to apply for its 2027 School of Life Sciences Summer Research Program in Switzerland.
The two-month programme offers students an opportunity to participate in laboratory research, develop scientific skills and work alongside researchers at one of Switzerland’s leading research institutions.
Successful participants receive a stipend of CHF 3,600 for the two-month period, with additional support for eligible travel expenses.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Switzerland
- University: École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)
- Programme Type: Summer Research Internship
- Eligible Applicants: International students
- Duration: Two months
- Stipend: CHF 3,600
- Travel Support: Up to CHF 1,000 for overseas flights and CHF 500 for shorter-distance travel
- IELTS: Check the official requirements
- Application Deadline: November 15, 2026, according to the information provided
About the EPFL Summer Research Program
The programme allows students in biology, biophysics, chemistry, bioengineering, bioinformatics, quantitative biology, genetics and related life sciences fields to join research groups at EPFL.
Participants gain practical laboratory experience, learn research techniques and explore scientific questions related to current health and life sciences challenges.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should:
- Be currently enrolled at a university in a relevant life sciences or related degree programme.
- Have a GPA equivalent to at least 3.75 out of 4.0.
- Have completed at least two years of undergraduate study by the start of the programme, up to the first year of a master’s degree.
- Demonstrate a strong interest in pursuing a career in life sciences.
Previous laboratory experience is an advantage, while a basic understanding of life sciences is essential.
Benefits and Financial Support
Successful applicants receive:
- CHF 3,600 stipend for the two-month programme to cover housing and living expenses.
- Accommodation arranged in Lausanne near the EPFL campus, with housing costs deducted from the stipend.
- Travel reimbursement of up to CHF 1,000 for overseas flights or CHF 500 for shorter-distance travel.
- Hands-on laboratory research and training.
- Opportunities to develop critical thinking, experimental design and research skills.
- Experience working within an international scientific community.
Participants assigned to laboratories in Geneva may receive additional financial support for travel-related expenses.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Curriculum vitae (CV) of one to two pages.
- Motivation letter of no more than 750 words.
- Explanation of preferred laboratory choices, with two to three sentences for each lab.
- University transcript or official academic record.
- Two letters of recommendation.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official EPFL School of Life Sciences website, review the programme requirements and follow the application instructions.
Applicants should identify their preferred research laboratories and prepare all required documents before submitting their applications.
Application deadline: November 15, 2026, according to the information provided.
Official website: https://www.epfl.ch/schools/sv/