The CERN Short Term Internship 2027 in Information Technologies is a fully onsite placement of 1 to 6 months in Geneva, Switzerland, paid with a monthly allowance of CHF 1,593. It is meant for students of computer science, IT or a related field whose university requires or encourages a practical training period, and applications close on 01 November 2027. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the listing so you can see the conditions, the nationality rule and the documents before you apply.
The Placement at a Glance
🏛️ Organisation: CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research
📍 Location: Geneva, Switzerland, fully onsite
🧩 Field: Information Technologies
⏱️ Contract duration: 1 to 6 months
🕘 Weekly working hours: 40
🗓️ Ideal start date: to be discussed
💶 Allowance: CHF 1,593 per month
⏰ Application deadline: 01 November 2027 at 23:59, Geneva time
Your First Steps in the World of Work at CERN
This internship is built as a first step into working life. CERN describes it as 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 a chance to learn new skills, explore your interests and see how your studies come to life.
What You Will Do as an IT Intern
🧑💻 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.
Who Fits This Internship
🎓 You are currently studying in computer science, IT or a related field.
🏫 Your university requires or encourages you 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 to Bring
📘 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.
Who Can Apply: Nationality and Study Status
CERN sets clear eligibility criteria for this internship:
🛂 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 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.
CERN currently cannot consider applications from nationals of Pakistan, Lithuania, Latvia, Cyprus, Croatia and Türkiye, because the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
Nationals of the following countries can currently 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.
This is a CERN placement for students, not an Erasmus+ or European Solidarity Corps project.
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Pay, Hours and Leave
💶 Monthly allowance: CHF 1,593.
🕘 Working week: 40 hours, fully onsite.
⏱️ Length: 1 to 6 months.
🏖️ Paid leave: you are entitled to paid leave for contracts of 4 months or more.
To see how paid placements abroad work in general, read our guide to paid internships abroad for students and recent graduates.
Documents You Need
📄 Your CV, in English or French.
📎 Any document you consider relevant to your application.
Inside CERN
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, the frontiers of science and technology are pushed every day. The work brings together physicists and 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 Information Technologies pay?
The listing states a monthly allowance of CHF 1,593. The working week is 40 hours and the internship is fully onsite in Geneva. For contracts of 4 months or more, you are also entitled to paid leave.
How long does the internship last?
The contract lasts from 1 to 6 months. The ideal start date is to be discussed, so it is not fixed in the listing.
Who can apply?
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 or a Master's degree. You must stay enrolled as a full-time student during the studentship and have a good knowledge of English or French. Applications from nationals of Pakistan, Lithuania, Latvia, Cyprus, Croatia and Türkiye cannot currently be considered.
Which field of study is required?
The profile asks for students currently studying computer science, IT or a related field. Your university should require or encourage you to complete a practical training period.
Do I need previous work experience?
The listing asks for fundamental knowledge in your field of study, curiosity, precision and a proactive attitude towards learning. It frames the placement as a first step into the world of work, and it does not list a minimum amount of experience.
Which documents do I need?
You need your CV, in English or French. You may add any document you consider relevant to your application.
When is the application deadline?
Applications close on 01 November 2027 at 23:59, Geneva time. Check the listing for any updates before you apply.
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Deadline
⏳ 01 November 2027
Links
Application: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/CERN/744000159634239-short-term-internship-2027-information-technologies
CERN Careers: https://careers.cern
