Summer Placements in Germany

RISE (Research Internships in Science and Engineering) is a summer placement programme for undergraduates studying Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Sciences or Engineering. It offers unique opportunities for undergraduate students to work with research groups at universities and top research institutions across Germany for a period of 1.5 to 3 months during the summer. All participants receive stipends from the DAAD to help cover living expenses, while partner universities and research institutes provide housing assistance. More information, including on how to apply, can be found online. Applications open on 8th December 2008 and close on 31st January 2009