Attention international students! The KAIST Advanced Institute for Science-X (KAI-X) invites applications for the 2025 Summer KAI-X Research Internship Program, offering a prestigious opportunity to engage in cutting-edge scientific research in South Korea.
Eligibility Requirements
The Kai-X South Korean internship program is open to undergraduate students in their 3rd or 4th year, and graduate (master’s) students. Whereas, the fields of study are natural sciences, including physics, chemistry, mathematics, biology, brain & cognitive science, and medical science.
Internship Details
- Period: July 1 – August 16, 2025 (7 weeks).
- Participants will join one of the three laboratories of their choice and undertake research activities under expert supervision.
Application Process
- Application Period: January 1 – February 5, 2025, at 24:00 (Seoul Time, UTC+9).
- Required Documents:
- Completed application form: https://io.kaist.ac.kr/board/board_view.do?menuName=Announcements&guid=88cbfe16-d59b-ef11-941f-2c44fd7df8ba.
- Essay (activity plan).
- Proof of enrollment.
- Official transcript.
- Letter of recommendation.
- How to Apply: Submit all documents via email to KAI-X at [email protected].
- Selection Notification: By March 31, 2025.
Financial Support
Participants will receive:
- Round-trip airfare: Actual expenses, up to a maximum of 1 million KRW.
- Dormitory costs: Covered up to 500,000 KRW.
- Living expenses: A stipend of 500,000 KRW.
Why Apply?
The KAI-X Research Internship Program offers a chance to gain hands-on experience in South Korea’s leading laboratories, collaborate with world-class researchers, and immerse yourself in a vibrant academic culture.