Research Internship Program at Laboratories Worldwide – 2027

✅ You are eligible if you:

• Are a citizen of the Republic of Kazakhstan residing in Kazakhstan;
• Are a student at a Kazakhstani higher education institution or an active researcher;
• Study or work in natural sciences, mathematics and statistics, information and communication technologies, engineering, manufacturing and construction, or healthcare;
• Have a GPA of 3.3 or higher;
• Have English proficiency at B2 level or higher;
• Have achievements in scientific olympiads or competitions and a demonstrated interest in a specific scientific field;
• Are interested in pursuing a PhD and continuing your scientific career in Kazakhstan.

📅 Application period

To participate, complete the online application on the Foundation’s website and submit the required documents from October 5 through November 4, 2026, inclusive.

Applications close on November 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Astana time (GMT+5).

📄 Required documents

• A scanned copy of your identity document;
• An essay entitled “The Research I Would Like to Conduct”, describing your research experience and the research you plan to undertake;
• Academic transcripts covering all semesters of study;
• A bachelor’s degree diploma with grades or a diploma from your most recent institution — no more than 1 document;
• Curriculum vitae.

📎 Additional documents

• Scientific certificates — no more than 3;
• Certificates of social engagement and volunteer work — no more than 2;
• Publications — no more than 2;
• A recommendation letter from a research supervisor, vice-rector, or university rector — no more than 1 document.

The application and essay may be submitted in Kazakh, Russian, or English. Certificates, diplomas, recommendation letters, and other supporting documents may be submitted in their original language.