CaCTüS Research Internship by the Max Planck Institute in Germany (Paid Program)

Applications are now open for the CaCTüS Internship 2027, a fully funded three month summer research internship in Tübingen or Stuttgart, Germany. It is offered by the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics, the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems, and the Tübingen AI Center. The program is open to Bachelor and Master students in fields such as computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering, psychology, cognitive science, and neuroscience. It is designed for talented students whose access to higher education is limited by personal, financial, regional, or societal challenges, and students from low and middle income countries are especially encouraged to apply.

Selected interns receive a monthly salary of about 1350 euros that covers living costs, housing, and health insurance, along with travel compensation and arranged accommodation. The deadline is November 16, 2026, and applications are submitted through the official online portal. The official details do not mention any application fee. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Offered by: Max Planck Institute
• Program Type: Research Internship
• Host country: Germany (Tübingen or Stuttgart)
• Funding type: Fully funded
• Open to international students: Yes
• Application fee: None
• Application deadline: November 16, 2026

What This Scholarship Offers:

• A monthly salary of about 1350 euros covering living costs, housing, and health insurance
• Travel cost compensation
• Accommodation arranged for you by the coordination office
• Access to top research institutions in Germany
• A chance to present your work to the scientific community
• Soft skill courses and career counselling
• Trips to nearby research institutes and social events
• Personal and administrative support before and during the internship

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Have not started a PhD by the time of the internship
• If you have not yet finished your Bachelor’s degree, have completed at least 4 semesters (2 years) of study before the internship starts
• Have a strong academic record
• Have a background in a field relevant to the projects
• Have a good command of English
• Be able to clearly express your motivation
• Have strong reasons why your access to first class higher education is limited
• Be available for the full 90 days between July 1 and September 30, 2027
• Be doing a voluntary internship, since the program cannot host students who need course credits

Enrollment Requirements

• Projects 1 to 4: You must be enrolled at an academic institution for the entire period from January to October 2027.
• All other projects: You must be enrolled, or already hold at least a Bachelor’s degree, and be able to show proof of your qualification by March 2027.

Important Note About Your Stay

Because of visa regulations, you cannot extend your stay in Germany beyond 90 days.

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Programs Available:

Applicants should have a background in one of the following fields:

• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Engineering
• Psychology
• Cognitive Science
• Neuroscience
• Any other related field

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Important Dates:

• October 21, 2026: Application portal opens
• November 16, 2026: Application deadline
• January 2027: Interviews
• February 2027: Acceptance notifications
• July 1, 2027: Internship begins
• September 30, 2027: Internship ends

How to Apply:

• Step 1: Read the Guides and Project List
• Step 2: Write Your Motivational Statement
• Step 3: Prepare Your Documents
  • CV, maximum 2 pages
  • Transcripts from all your university studies, with your own English translation if no official one is available
  • Degree certificates, if available
  • Optional: one reference letter
• Step 4: Submit and Check for Confirmation

Useful Links:

• Application guide (PDF)
• Example CV (Word file)
• Available projects 2027 (PDF)
• Official FAQ page

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