Max Planck Summer Internship Program in Germany 2026 (MaxSIP)

Applications are now open for the Max Planck Summer Internship Program 2026—a fully funded summer internship in Germany designed for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Postgraduate students eager to gain hands-on experience in world-class research environments. As part of the prestigious MaxSIP Germany internship, successful applicants receive paid research internships in Germany, covering travel, accommodation, and a monthly stipend, allowing you to focus fully on scientific discovery.

This Max Planck Summer Internship places you in leading laboratories at the Max Planck Institute of Neurobiology and the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, where you’ll become proficient in advanced laboratory methods, cutting-edge scientific approaches, and state-of-the-art research techniques. With project placements available in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, Physics, Psychology, and related fields, the program offers a unique international internship in Germany that bridges theory and practice.

Beyond technical skills, the MaxSIP internship program fosters professional development for STEM students, networking with leading scientists, and exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration. If you’re seeking a transformative paid summer research opportunity to accelerate your career in science, apply now for the Max Planck Summer Internship Program 2026 and take the first step toward becoming a future research leader!

Max Planck Internship 2026

• Internship Country: Germany
• Duration: 10 weeks
• Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 15 September 2025

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MaxSIP Eligibility Criteria

Who can apply for the Max Planck Internship Program ?:

All applicants from any country can apply.

Highly motivated students in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, Physics, Psychology, and related fields can apply.

Applications from undergraduate, master, or post-master students who have already obtained some research experience during their studies.

Applications from excellent students with the best grades from all countries.

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Required Documents

All documents listed below must be submitted in English or German.

Curriculum Vitae (PDF file, maximum 1-2 pages)

Transcript (study record) and certificate of graduation for all completed degrees (if applicable)

Temporary/interim transcripts for degree programs, currently enrolled

Qualification document for university studies (normally, high school diploma, Abitur, Matura or equivalent)

Letter of recommendation from an arbitrator

Motivation letter (to be typed directly on the registration form, without charge).

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Financial Coverage

Specifically, the financial support consists of a scholarship of 1,365 €; reimbursement of the airfare (up to 1,500 € for transatlantic flights, 750 € for flights within Europe). There is also the possibility of renting a room in the Institute’s residences (available for full months and costs approx. 680 € per month).

Selection Process

The program committee will evaluate and select students based on their grades, research experience, curriculum, motivation letter, and reference letter.

How To Apply

Applications (CV, project description and motivation letter regarding the use of the Doucet Collection) are to be submitted in Spanish or English by 15 September 2025 via our online application form.

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