Apply Now for the Exciting fully funded HZB International Summer Student Programme 2026 students in Berlin
Closing Date: 14 December 2025
Apply Now for the Exciting fully funded HZB International Summer Student Programme 2026 for students in Berlin
Each summer HZB offers 20 undergraduate students an eight-week summer student programme. International students can get the chance to work on their own research project in close cooperation with HZB scientists in the fields of Photon Science, Photovoltaics, Solar Cells/Catalysis, Electrochemical Energy Storage, Quantum and Functional Materials and Accelerator research. The International Summer Student programme offers students the opportunity to participate in the everyday work of HZB research teams, e.g, at their laboratories or experimental areas, located at the HZB-campuses in Berlin-Wannsee or Berlin-Adlershof
The International Summer Student Programme is complemented by a framework programme which includes
- visits to research facilities at the two HZB locations (e.g. to the synchrotron radiation source BESSY II, laboratories for solar energy research, accelerator producing proton beams for eye tumour therapy)
- excursions to research institutions in and around Berlin
- workshops (e.g. on science communication and entrepreneurship) and
- a closing event with a scientific poster presentation.
About HZB
HZB strives to achieve a climate neutral society through science and innovation. This is why HZB drive materials discovery, create new sustainable technologies and empower the research community in realising this goal. HZB scientists develop and optimise efficient and cost-effective materials for solar cells, batteries and catalysts.
HZB is a very international research institution, with approximately 1,400 employees. HZB colleagues come from all over the world: HZB has people from more than 70 countries working together to make a difference!
Application criteria
You can apply for the programme if you meet all of the following criteria:
- You are an undergraduate student (Bachelor or Master student, not PhD candidate) in Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, Structural Biology, Mathematics, Engineering, Life or Environmental Sciences or related disciplines.
- You have completed at least two years of full-time study in your major discipline at university level.
- You will be enrolled as a student at your university during your stay at HZB from 6 July to 28 August, 2026.
- You have a good knowledge of English, knowledge of German would be an advantage.
- You are able to provide a letter of reference with your application.
HZB work towards having a very diverse research institution and welcome applications from people with different backgrounds.
Working conditions
- Duration of stay: 6 July to 28 August, 2026
- Participation for the entire duration is mandatory
- Working time: 40 hours/week
- Internship contract of 8 weeks to work on your project
- Subsistence allowance for the contract duration of 1.900€ gross for external participants and 1.000€ gross for students of the universities located in Berlin and Potsdam
- 75% of your travel expenses will be subsidized up to an amount of 200€ for EU-countries (incl. UK) and 800€ for non-EU-countries to help you with the costs of travel between Berlin and your residence.
Application process
Documents required
In the first application step you will be asked to submit the following documents in English or German. Your application can only be considered if HZB has received the entire following documents.
- Academic CV
Your CV should be in tabular form and chronological sequence and reflect the most important stages in your education and career. Please keep your CV concise and clear and do not exceed 2 pages. - Certificate of Enrolment from your current university
The certificate of enrolment has to be valid until the end of August 2026. If you do not yet have one for summer 2026, this must be submitted later and please submit your current certificate of enrolment during the application process. - Transcripts and academic degree certificate (if applicable)
A copy of your most recent academic transcripts giving an overview of your mark. - Copy of passport or identity card
- Letter of reference
The letter of reference must be written by a person who knows you well as a student and can assess your professional conduct. - Declaration of Certificate of Enrolment (ZAV) – for Students from Non-EU countries
In order to employ you as an intern in Germany, HZB require the following mandatory form from you for the authorities:
Declaration of Certificate of Enrolment (ZAV)
Please note the instructions for filling in the form and make sure that the form is signed and stamped by the university
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