GERMANY 2026: ESO Internship Program (Fully Funded) Deadline: 31 December, 2026

Applications are now open for the ESO Internship Program 2026 in Germany. This fully funded six-month internship is available to international students from around the world. ESO internships are offered in various fields, including science, engineering, communication, administration, physics, astronomy, software, and IT. The program provides valuable experience in a world-class scientific environment, allowing participants to contribute to research projects and learn about the ESO organization. There is no application fee. Interns will be based at the ESO office in Garching, near Munich, Germany. ESO covers travel, accommodation, and living expenses. Details regarding the ESO Internship requirements, financial benefits, and application process are below.

Details About ESO Internship Program 2026 

• • Host Country: Germany
  • Location: ESO Office, Garching
  • Duration: Six Months
  • Benefits: Fully Funded
  • Deadline: 31st December 2026

Financial Benefits

The Program Covers:

• • Travel to/from Germany
  • Monthly Stipend for Living Expenses
  • Accommodation

Internship Areas

• Science:
  • Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Physics
  • Software and IT
  • Data Science
• Engineering:
  • • Mechanical Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Software Engineering
  Career development workshops
• Communication and Administration:
  • Science Communication
  • Audiovisual Communication
  • Administration

Eligibility Criteria

• The ESO internships are open to all Nationals.
• No nationality is excluded in principle.
• Preferred Candidates: Students currently studying or recent graduates with a university degree in:
  • • Science
    • Science Communication
    • Engineering
    • Science Journalism
  International student loans
• Astronomy Knowledge: Interns should possess a broad knowledge and interest in basic astronomy, including topics like:
  • Stargazing
  • How telescopes work
  • Key astronomical objects
• Language Skills: Good knowledge of both English and German is required.

How to Apply for the ESO Internship 2026?

All applicants are invited to apply online through http://jobs.eso.org/. Then select the Category “Internship“. The application must be completed in English, and upload your CV (2 pages) and a motivation letter. The Link to the official website is below. For more Fully Funded Internships in other countries, kindly check out the Internship Category.

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