CERN openlab Summer Student Programme 2027

CERN openlab places students with computing teams for nine weeks of on-site work in Geneva. Participants work with a supervisor on a technical or scientific project and present their results. The programme page lists start dates of June 21 or June 28, 2027.

• Open to all nationalities. Applicants must be full-time bachelor’s or master’s students with a strong computing background and good English.
• Complete at least six semesters of full-time study by the start and remain enrolled during the placement.
• Previous CERN summer students and applicants with more than three months of prior CERN work are ineligible.

CERN lists CHF 94 per calendar day, health insurance with the contribution already accounted for, and accommodation search help. Travel support depends on individual circumstances. Students can attend computing and physics lectures and visit CERN facilities.

1. Prepare a CV, recent academic reference, official transcript and enrolment certificate covering the placement. Use English or French and follow CERN’s PDF instructions.
2. Submit via the official vacancy by January 21, 2027 at 23:59 Geneva time. You can include an optional motivation letter identifying your computing interests.
3. Look for confirmation by email. CERN openlab expects to reply to applicants by early April.