KAI-X Summer Internship Program 2026 in Korea
The KAIST Summer Internship in Korea is an opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate students to gain practical laboratory experience.
The program provides selected interns with an opportunity to use world-class facilities for research while they are compensated with living and accommodation allowances.
The program is to be undertaken at the Korean Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), one of the world’s leading institution in science and technology research.
Overview of the KAI-X Summer Internship Program 2026
- Type: Internships
- Host Country: Korea
- Duration: 7 weeks
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Benefits: Round-trip airfare, $1,370 Stipends, Accommodation, Travel Costs
- Deadline: February 15, 2026
Courses
Students studying the following courses are qualified to apply for the 2026 KAI-X Summer Internship in Korea;
- Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology,
- Brain & Cognitive Science (Psychology), and
- Medical Science
Eligibility CriteriasÂ
To be considered for the KAI-X Summer Internship in Korea, you must:
- Be an international student
- Be an undergraduate student in your 3rd or 4th year or a Master’s student
- Be available during the internship period of June to August
- Apply before the deadline
Benefits
Selected interns for the 2026 KAI-X Summer Internship in Korea will enjoy the following benefits;
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Round-trip airfare (actual expenses, up to 1,000,000 KRW)
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Dormitory accommodation support (up to 500,000 KRW)
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Living expense support:Â 600,000 KRW
- Opening ceremony
- Campus tour
- Korean Cultural Trips
The internship will be undertaken for a period between July 1 ~ August 14 (7 weeks).
Application Guidelines for the KAI-X Summer Internship Program 2026
- Navigate the KAIST webpage using the link below
- Gather all the required documents as stated above
- Send your documents as attachments by e-mail to KAI-X (kai-x@kaist.ac.kr)
- Individual notifications regarding the selection outcome will be conveyed within four weeks after the application deadline
- If chosen, you will be allocated to one laboratory from the these preferences you have indicated, where you will engage in research activities throughout the internship period.