Aalto Science Institute (AScI) international summer research programme 2023

The Aalto Science Institute (AScI) is a strategic initiative hosted by the Aalto University School of Science to advance and foster international collaboration and research at the highest level across the fields of science. The key dimensions of the AScI initiative are quality, internationalisation, and collaboration. AScI supports the renewal of research excellence in Aalto by providing a platform and instruments for exploring new interdisciplinary research directions with breakthrough potential.

The Aalto Science Institute is pleased to invite applications for:

Aalto Science Institute (AScI) international summer research programme 2023

Aalto Science Institute international summer research (internship) programme (follow the link for more info) offers bachelor's and master's students from all countries paid research assistantships in which they will participate first-hand in topical research, interact with the premier research groups at Aalto University, and network in an international environment. Cultural and social activities enrich this unique summer experience in Finland.

Over 60 positions are available in numerous departments within the schools of Science, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Please see the list of available positions here.

AScI participants are usually hired for 12 weeks, which is the maximum length of an AScI contract. The typical period of employment is from 1 June until 23 August. The exact timing of the employment should be agreed upon with the hosting department.

Applicants must be at least second/third year undergraduate students in a suitable field at a recognised university. The applicants must have an academically outstanding background appropriate for the proposed research project, and an excellent command of English.

Application procedure

Before submitting your application, please read the information on the application procedure carefully (incl. compulsory attachments to the application form).

Applications with attachments are to be submitted through the link ('Apply Now'). The deadline for applications is 31 January 2023 23:59 (UTC+2). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for online interviews in February 2023.

If you have general questions concerning the internships or application procedure, contact the AScI summer research programme at asci-interns@aalto.fi. For questions regarding a specific research project, please contact the nominated academic contact in the project description.