Applications are now open for the Max Planck Internship 2026 in Germany. This is a fully funded internship for international students, offered by the Max Planck Institute for Informatics, Software Systems, Security, and Privacy. The internships are available in all areas of Computer Science.
The Max Planck Institute is a prominent research institution located in Munich, Germany. Internships are open to exceptional students from around the world pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees. While interns can join and apply at any time throughout the year, most internships take place during the summer.
All internships are fully funded, covering living costs, housing, and round-trip travel. The duration of each internship ranges from 12 to 14 weeks. For more details regarding the internship requirements, financial benefits, and the application process, please see below.
Details About Max Planck Internship 2026 in Germany
- Internship Country: Germany
- Internship by: Max Planck Institute
- Duration: 12 to 14 Weeks
- Who can Apply: Bachelors, Masters, PhD
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 1st November 2025 (For Internship Start between May and August 2026)
Financial Coverage
The Program Covers:
- Round Airfare Tickets.
- Monthly Stipend.
- Living Costs.
- Housing.
- Visa Cost.
Do You Need German Knowledge for the Max Planck Internship?
No, knowledge of German is NOT required. All participating institutes use English as their working language.
Intern Duty
As an intern, you will work closely with a research group at one of the participating institutes and be mentored by at least one faculty member.
Eligibility Criteria
- Internships are open to students worldwide.
- Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral students with a basic background in Computer Science.
- Students looking for Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis projects are also welcome to apply.
- Enrolled students can also apply for the Max Planck Internship.
- Diverse academic backgrounds and interdisciplinary interests, for example, intersecting social science, economics, law, humanities, and others.
Visa Support
If you are selected for an internship and need a Visa to come to Germany, Max Planck will provide the necessary documents to obtain the visa.
Required Documents
You will need to provide your CV, transcripts, contact information for at least one reference, and an optional motivation letter.
How to Apply for the Max Planck Internship 2026?
- Apply online. Submit your application via this link.
- You will need to select the mentor under whom you want to work (optionally).
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