Would you like to work on a research project or start-up and get to know the capital city Berlin at the same time? Then, the Humboldt Internship Program is the right choice for you. The international short-term program offers three months of subject-specific learning in a real working environment. As part of a research team or a start-up, you will gain exciting insights into a wide range of academic fields, individual support during your stay and ECTS credits. You can check the the current project list to see which of the specified periods suits you. In exceptional cases and by prior arrangement, it may be possible for you to participate online.
The application period for the Humboldt Internship Program 2026 is closed. Applications for 2027 will open in November.
You can download the current program brochure as a PDF.
For university partners and international program coordinators: We welcome inquiries from universities interested in developing a cohort-based internship program!
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