MPI Internships in Computer Science 2026 – Fully Funded Research in Germany | Deadline: 1 Nov 2025

September 2, 2025 KIAN

The Max Planck Institutes (MPI) for Informatics (Saarbrücken), Software Systems (Saarbrücken & Kaiserslautern), and Security & Privacy (Bochum) are offering competitive, fully funded research internships for talented students and young professionals worldwide.

These internships provide hands-on experience in cutting-edge computer science research, and often serve as a stepping stone to high-level academic and research careers.

What’s Offered

Fully funded package: stipend, housing support, and round-trip travel to/from Germany
Internship length: typically 12–14 weeks (summer preferred), with the possibility of extension
Research collaboration: interns work directly with leading faculty and research teams on high-impact projects, often resulting in co-authored publications
Opportunity to align the internship with thesis projects, depending on your home university

Who Can Apply?

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD students with strong academic records and a solid computer science background
Applicants from industry or interdisciplinary fields (law, economics, humanities, etc.) with CS interests are welcome
Open to all nationalities – fully international program

Application Deadline & Process

Summer Internships: Apply by 1 November 2025
Other Periods: Apply at least 5 months before your intended start date

How to Apply:

Submit application via the official MPI portal
Required documents: CV, transcripts, reference contacts, and optional motivation letter
Indicate your preferred mentors or institutes (optional)
Application feedback:
- Off-season applications: results in 3–4 months
- Summer applications: decisions announced by early March

Why Apply?

Work at one of the world’s premier scientific institutions
Build global research credentials with top-tier mentorship
Gain exposure to an international, multicultural academic community
Boost your career with opportunities that can lead to publications and future collaborations

Type of Opportunity: Research Internships
Location: Germany
Deadline: 1 November 2025 (for summer 2026)
Open to: All international applicants