CERN Administrative Student Programme is offered by CERN. The current CERN Administrative Student call closes on 16 October 2026 at 23:59 Geneva time. Distinct role and search intent from CERN Technical Student and summer programmes.
CERN Administrative Student at a glance
- Provider: CERN
- Destination: Switzerland
- Level: Undergraduate|Master’s
- Eligibility: Member or Associate Member State citizenship, at least 18 months/three semesters of university study and continuing undergraduate or master’s enrolment; not for PhD candidates.
- Funding: CHF 3,486 monthly allowance, health insurance and possible travel allowance; administrative placements span communications, HR, finance, legal and related functions.
- Status: The current CERN Administrative Student call closes on 16 October 2026 at 23:59 Geneva time.
Current call and application dates
The current CERN Administrative Student call closes on 16 October 2026 at 23:59 Geneva time. Only the dates expressly confirmed by the provider are entered as current dates.
Eligibility and study fit
Member or Associate Member State citizenship, at least 18 months/three semesters of university study and continuing undergraduate or master’s enrolment; not for PhD candidates. This application is for administrative profiles and has its own vacancy; it is not interchangeable with the technical route.
Distinct role and search intent from CERN Technical Student and summer programmes.
Funding and costs
CHF 3,486 monthly allowance, health insurance and possible travel allowance; administrative placements span communications, HR, finance, legal and related functions. No university tuition; it is a paid placement for students of eligible nationalities. The award letter and official call govern the actual support.
How to apply or check the next call
- Check CERN nationality and enrolment conditions.
- Choose the administrative vacancy matching your field.
- Prepare CV and any optional academic evidence.
- Submit by 16 October 2026 at 23:59 Geneva time.
Use the official provider information for the current rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CERN Administrative Student currently open for applications?
The current CERN Administrative Student call closes on 16 October 2026 at 23:59 Geneva time. Read the live official instructions before submission, including the time zone and required files. Check the linked official page for any updated dates, documents and route-specific requirements.
Who is eligible to apply for the CERN Administrative Student opportunity?
Member or Associate Member State citizenship, at least 18 months/three semesters of university study and continuing undergraduate or master’s enrolment; not for PhD candidates. Pakistani citizenship alone does not meet the published country route. Check the linked official page for any updated dates, documents and route-specific requirements.
What benefits are included in the CERN Administrative Student award?
CHF 3,486 monthly allowance, health insurance and possible travel allowance; administrative placements span communications, HR, finance, legal and related functions. Review the official award terms before assuming any additional cost is included. No university tuition; it is a paid placement for students of eligible nationalities.
What does this scholarship actually cover?
CHF 3,486 monthly allowance, health insurance and possible travel allowance; administrative placements span communications, HR, finance, legal and related functions. No university tuition; it is a paid placement for students of eligible nationalities.
Other verified benefits
CHF 3,486 monthly allowance, health insurance and possible travel allowance; administrative placements span communications, HR, finance, legal and related functions.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
No university tuition; it is a paid placement for students of eligible nationalities.
Who is eligible to apply?
Member or Associate Member State citizenship, at least 18 months/three semesters of university study and continuing undergraduate or master’s enrolment; not for PhD candidates.
Member or Associate Member State citizenship, at least 18 months/three semesters of university study and continuing undergraduate or master’s enrolment; not for PhD candidates. This application is for administrative profiles and has its own vacancy; it is not interchangeable with the technical route.
Eligible countries
Nationals of CERN Member or Associate Member States under the October 2026 vacancy; Pakistan is not in that group.
Language requirements
Good English or French
Which documents should you prepare?
- CV or résumé
Which documents may be required conditionally?
- Academic transcripts
- Two reference letters
How do you apply?
- Check CERN nationality and enrolment conditions.
- Choose the administrative vacancy matching your field.
- Prepare CV and any optional academic evidence.
- Submit by 16 October 2026 at 23:59 Geneva time.
Frequently asked questions
Is the CERN Administrative Student currently open for applications?
The current CERN Administrative Student call closes on 16 October 2026 at 23:59 Geneva time. Read the live official instructions before submission, including the time zone and required files. Check the linked official page for any updated dates, documents and route-specific requirements.
Who is eligible to apply for the CERN Administrative Student opportunity?
Member or Associate Member State citizenship, at least 18 months/three semesters of university study and continuing undergraduate or master’s enrolment; not for PhD candidates. Pakistani citizenship alone does not meet the published country route. Check the linked official page for any updated dates, documents and route-specific requirements.
What benefits are included in the CERN Administrative Student award?
CHF 3,486 monthly allowance, health insurance and possible travel allowance; administrative placements span communications, HR, finance, legal and related functions. Review the official award terms before assuming any additional cost is included. No university tuition; it is a paid placement for students of eligible nationalities.