CERN Administrative Student Programme

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Nationals of a CERN Member or Associate Member State only (the page states that nationals of Pakistan, Lithuania, Latvia, Cyprus, Croatia and Turkey cannot currently be considered). At least 18 months (3 semesters) of study in the field at selection and full-time enrolment during the studentship; PhD students and PhD holders are not eligible. Bangladeshi nationals are not eligible.

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About this opportunity

Placement in CERN's support and administrative services.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Nationals of a CERN Member or Associate Member State only (the page states that nationals of Pakistan, Lithuania, Latvia, Cyprus, Croatia and Turkey cannot currently be considered). At least 18 months (3 semesters) of study in the field at selection and full-time enrolment during the studentship; PhD students and PhD holders are not eligible. Bangladeshi nationals are not eligible.
2. Note the deadline. Rolling (the page refers to a deadline per call but states no dates - check careers.cern for the open call) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Online application, CV, transcripts, motivation.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Group-level selection

Free materials

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Tips from our advisors

1. Tailor your CV to the role: lead with the skills and projects the posting asks for.
2. Write a short, specific motivation statement. Name the team or project you want to join and why.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
5. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
6. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.

Quick answers

Who can apply for CERN Administrative Student Programme?

Nationals of a CERN Member or Associate Member State only (the page states that nationals of Pakistan, Lithuania, Latvia, Cyprus, Croatia and Turkey cannot currently be considered). At least 18 months (3 semesters) of study in the field at selection and full-time enrolment during the studentship; PhD students and PhD holders are not eligible. Bangladeshi nationals are not eligible.

What does CERN Administrative Student Programme cover?

Monthly net allowance of CHF 3,486 for a contract of 2 to 12 months at CERN

When is the deadline for CERN Administrative Student Programme?

Rolling (the page refers to a deadline per call but states no dates - check careers.cern for the open call) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with CERN Administrative Student Programme?

Host countries: Switzerland, France.

What documents do I need for CERN Administrative Student Programme?

Online application, CV, transcripts, motivation.

How are applicants selected for CERN Administrative Student Programme?

Group-level selection

How much work is the CERN Administrative Student Programme application?

Medium: CV + transcripts