The CERN Short Term Internship 2027 in Civil Engineering is a fully onsite placement of 1 to 6 months in Geneva, Switzerland, with a monthly allowance of CHF 1,593. It is open to students in a technical or engineering field who are nationals of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State, and applications close on 01 November 2027. Youth Works Hub reviewed the posting so you can see the allowance, eligibility rules and documents in one place before you apply.
The Placement at a Glance
🏛️ Organisation: CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research
📍 Location: Geneva, Switzerland, fully onsite
🧱 Field: Civil Engineering
📆 Contract duration: 1 to 6 months
🗓️ Ideal start date: to be discussed
🕘 Weekly hours: 40
💶 Monthly allowance: CHF 1,593
⏰ Application deadline: 01 November 2027 at 23:59, Geneva time
Your First Steps Into the World of Work
CERN describes this internship as a first step into the world of work, a place where learning and discovery go hand in hand. You join a team of experts and contribute to real projects that connect science, technology and innovation. Every day brings opportunities to learn new skills, explore your interests and see how your studies come to life.
What You Will Be Doing
🤝 Support experienced professionals in their daily activities.
🧰 Learn and apply new tools or methods relevant to your area of study.
🗂️ Contribute to small-scale projects under the guidance of your supervisor.
🌐 Collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds and share ideas in an international environment.
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Who Fits This Internship
📐 You are currently studying in a technical or engineering field.
🏫 You are required or encouraged by your university to complete a practical training period.
🌱 You are eager to develop your skills through on-the-job learning.
👥 You enjoy teamwork and learning from others in a collaborative setting.
Skills CERN Expects
📘 Fundamental knowledge in your field of study.
🔍 Curiosity, precision and a proactive attitude towards learning.
💬 Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.
Eligibility Criteria
🛂 You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State.
🎓 You are pursuing a post-secondary education degree: a Technical or Administrative diploma, a Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree.
🇬🇧 You have a good knowledge of English or French.
📚 You remain enrolled as a full-time student during your studentship.
Which Nationalities Can Apply
CERN currently cannot consider applications from Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot, Croatian and Turkish nationals, because the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached. Nationals of the following Member and Associate Member States can apply: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Brazil, Chile, India, Ireland and Ukraine.
Pay and Conditions
💶 Monthly allowance: CHF 1,593.
🏖️ Paid leave: entitlement to paid leave for contracts of 4 months or more.
🏢 Work mode: fully onsite, 40 hours per week.
This is a paid CERN internship. It is not an Erasmus+ or European Solidarity Corps placement, and no Erasmus+ grant is mentioned in the posting. For a wider view of how funded placements work, read our guide to paid internships abroad for students and recent graduates.
How to Apply
Prepare the following documents to complete your application:
📄 Your CV, in English or French
📎 Any document you consider relevant to your application
If your CV needs a clear structure, see our walkthrough of how to build a Europass CV.
About CERN
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, the frontiers of science and technology are pushed every day. The work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific and administrative fields, in an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
Teams face new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. Diversity has been a core value of CERN since its foundation and remains central to its mission and continued success.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the CERN Short Term Internship in Civil Engineering pay?
The internship comes with a monthly allowance of CHF 1,593. Interns on contracts of 4 months or more are also entitled to paid leave.
How long is the internship and when does it start?
The contract lasts 1 to 6 months at 40 hours per week, fully onsite in Geneva. The ideal start date is to be discussed.
Who can apply for this CERN internship?
You must be a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State and be pursuing a Technical or Administrative diploma, a Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree in a technical or engineering field. You also need a good knowledge of English or French.
Are any nationalities currently excluded?
Yes. CERN states that it currently cannot consider applications from Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot, Croatian and Turkish nationals because the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
Do I need to be a student during the internship?
Yes. You must remain enrolled as a full-time student during your studentship, and your university should require or encourage a practical training period.
Which documents do I need?
You need your CV in English or French, plus any document you consider relevant to your application.
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Deadline
⏳ 01 November 2027
Links
Application: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/CERN/744000159628329-short-term-internship-2027-civil-engineering
CERN Careers: https://careers.cern/
