Its purpose is to provide placements for students who are specializing in different technical fields.
The official languages of CERN are English and French. A good knowledge of at least one of these languages is essential. CERN member states include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Eligibility:
Open to applicants attending an educational establishment in a CERN member state and following a full-time course in one of the subjects listed, at university or advanced technical level. Students must be less than 30 years of age at the time of the Selection Committee meeting. Candidates must be nationals of the member states of CERN. Students specializing in theoretical or experimental particle physics are not eligible for the programme.
Appointments can last for 6 consecutive months, but mostly 1 year. Appointments can start throughout the year
Award:
A monthly living allowance to cover the expenses of a single person in the Geneva area.|A health insurance for illnesses and accidents of professional or non-professional nature. Joining expenses (on a lump sum basis).
Application:
Applications must be made electronically via the website.
