2026 Summer KAI-X Research Internship - South Korea

From Monday, 26 January 2026 at 07:00 PM until Sunday, 15 February 2026 at 07:00 PM

Are you ready to spend your summer at KAIST, the premier research university of South Korea? The KAIST Advanced Institute for Science-X (KAI-X) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Summer Research Internship Program.

This is a world-class opportunity for high-achieving students to immerse themselves in cutting-edge laboratories in Daejeon. You won't just be observing; you'll be part of a team working on real-world scientific challenges in fields like Physics, Chemistry, and Brain Science.

Internship Highlights

  • Host Institution: KAIST (Advanced Institute for Science-X)

  • Location: Daejeon, South Korea 🇰🇷

  • Internship Period: July 1 – August 14, 2026 (7 Weeks)

  • Eligible Fields: Natural Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Brain & Cognitive Science, Medical Science).

Fully Funded Benefits

KAIST provides a comprehensive support package for international interns:

  • Round-trip Airfare: Reimbursement of actual expenses up to 1,000,000 KRW.

  • Dormitory Support: Free or subsidized accommodation up to 500,000 KRW.

  • Living Stipend: A stipend of 600,000 KRW to cover your meals and basic expenses.

  • Cultural Experience: Participate in guided Korean cultural trips and an official opening ceremony.

Who Can Apply?

  • Undergraduate Students: Must be in their 3rd or 4th year of study.

  • Graduate Students: Master’s course students are welcome.

  • Non-Eligible: Students currently enrolled in a PhD program cannot apply.

  • Internationality: Open to all non-Korean citizens worldwide.

Required Documents (Combined into ONE PDF)

  1. Statement of Purpose (SOP): Approximately 1,200 characters detailing your research interests and motivation.

  2. Official Transcript: Must be issued within the last three months with an official seal.

  3. Letter of Recommendation: Must be issued within the last three months and specifically mention the "2026 Summer KAI-X Research Internship Program."

👉 Deadline to Apply: February 15, 2026 (24:00 Seoul Time). 👉 Application Method: Submitted via the official Google Form provided by KAI-X.

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