The Research Internships in Science and Engineering (RISE) Germany Program, managed by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), offers undergraduate students the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in Germany during the summer.
The internship lasts three months, with flexible start dates between May 15 and July 15, 2026. Participants are matched with research projects at German universities and research institutions.
Selected students receive:
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A monthly stipend of €992 (~1600 CAD)
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Health, accident, and liability insurance coverage in Germany
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A travel subsidy to cover round-trip airfare
A variety of research placements are available, including projects of particular interest to psychology students, such as:
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Automatic Detection of Autism Markers in Spoken Language
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Developing and Evaluating Multi-Modal AI Models for Clinical Decision Support in Depression
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Investigating Prediction Error Effects on Memory
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App-Based CBT Intervention for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
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Research on Tangible Interfaces for Generative AI
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Shaping Trustworthy AI: Human-Centered Research in Explainable Artificial Intelligence
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Diversity and Representation in Requirements Engineering with LLMs
Applications are open now until November 30, 2025.