About This Scholarship
Students enrolled in a doctoral program at a university in a CERN Member or Associate Member State. Must work on a thesis topic relevant to CERN's research.
Working at CERN — the world's largest particle physics lab — is a career-defining experience. Students are enrolled at their home university but work full-time at CERN.
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled in a PhD program at a CERN Member/Associate State university
- Supervisor at CERN who will co-supervise the PhD
- Research aligned with CERN's physics, engineering, or computing needs
- Under 30 years old
Application Timeline
Application Deadline
15 September 2026
Results Announced
31 December 2026
Programme Start
Varies — check official website
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CERN Doctoral Student Programme cover?
CHF 3,979/month stipend plus benefits for up to 36 months; thesis work conducted at CERN in Geneva
Who is eligible for the CERN Doctoral Student Programme?
Students enrolled in a doctoral program at a university in a CERN Member or Associate Member State. Must work on a thesis topic relevant to CERN's research.
When is the deadline for the CERN Doctoral Student Programme?
The deadline is 15 September 2026. Results are announced around 31 December 2026.
What fields of study does the CERN Doctoral Student Programme cover?
The scholarship covers: Natural Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Computer Science & IT.
Is there anything special about the CERN Doctoral Student Programme?
Working at CERN — the world's largest particle physics lab — is a career-defining experience. Students are enrolled at their home university but work full-time at CERN.
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