10 Weeks of Research in Germany: Max Planck Undergraduate Internship 2027
Germany’s Max Planck Matter to Life Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (MtL-URO) 2027 is inviting applications from undergraduate students interested in gaining practical research experience in an international scientific environment.
The program offers a 10-week research internship at a Matter to Life faculty laboratory in Germany. Selected students will receive financial support covering travel, accommodation and a monthly living allowance.
Program at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Matter to Life Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (MtL-URO) |
| Host | Max Planck Matter to Life |
| Location | Germany |
| Duration | 10 weeks |
| Internship Period | June–November 2027 |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Who Can Apply | Undergraduate/Bachelor’s students |
| Research Experience | Not required |
| Application Deadline | Check the official application page |
What Does the Program Offer?
The MtL-URO program is designed to give Bachelor’s students an opportunity to work on a specific research question under the supervision of researchers affiliated with Matter to Life faculty laboratories.
The financial support includes:
- Travel expenses to and from the student’s home country
- Accommodation in Germany
- A monthly allowance for living expenses
- A 10-week research placement in a Matter to Life faculty laboratory
Participants can also gain practical experience with scientific research methods while working in an international research environment.
Research Areas
The program is intended for students from scientific and technical disciplines related to the Matter to Life field. Relevant academic backgrounds include:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Informatics
- Materials Science
- Engineering
- Bioengineering
- Related disciplines
Participating laboratories are located in several German cities, including Munich, Heidelberg, Göttingen, Dresden, Jena, Mainz, Münster, Potsdam and Aachen, among others.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should meet the following conditions:
- Be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or undergraduate degree.
- Remain enrolled for the entire 10-week internship period.
- Have completed at least 1.5 semesters of their degree by the time of application.
- Have completed at least two semesters before the internship begins.
- Have a minimum GPA of 1.7.
- Have an academic background relevant to biology, chemistry, physics, informatics, materials science, engineering, bioengineering or a related field.
- Demonstrate a genuine interest in Matter to Life research.
Important Note for Applicants
Applicants must remain enrolled in their Bachelor’s program throughout the entire 10-week internship. Therefore, students who will graduate before completing the internship are not eligible according to the provided criteria.
Required Documents
Applicants are expected to prepare:
- CV – maximum 2 pages
- Current university transcript
- Preferred Matter to Life laboratory
- Personal statement – 1 page
- Available timeframe for completing the 10-week internship
How to Apply?
Interested students should apply through the official Matter to Life URO application page. Before submitting an application, applicants should carefully review the latest eligibility requirements, available research laboratories and application instructions on the official website.
Why Consider This Internship?
For undergraduate students planning to pursue a career in scientific research, the program provides an opportunity to work directly in a research laboratory and gain international academic exposure. Since previous research experience is not listed as a requirement, eligible students can consider applying even if they are at an early stage of their research journey.
Prothomlink Reminder
Program details, eligibility conditions and application arrangements may change. Applicants should always verify the latest information from the official program source before submitting their application. Prothomlink publishes opportunities for informational purposes only and does not charge applicants any application fee.
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