ETH Zurich, Switzerland, is the host of the esteemed, fully financed worldwide research program known as the ETH Robotics Summer Fellowship (RSF) 2026. All international undergraduate and graduate students with a keen interest in robotics and related subjects are welcome to apply. The nine-week fellowship, which runs from June 30 to August 28, 2026, gives participants a special chance to work on cutting-edge robotics research in a top-tier university setting.
Selected fellows will collaborate closely on creative and state-of-the-art robotics projects with eminent ETH Zurich professors and researchers. In addition to exposing students to practical robotics applications—a field that is expanding and influencing the direction of science and technology—the program aims to enhance research abilities, technical proficiency, and scholarly interest.
Travel, lodging, living expenses, and research-related fees are all entirely covered by the fellowship. The ETH Robotics Summer Fellowship is a fantastic opportunity for students who intend to pursue further education or jobs in robotics, artificial intelligence, and engineering. In addition to research, participants will gain access to professional mentorship, academic networking, and cultural interaction.
Host Country: Zurich, Switzerland
University: ETH Zurich University
Opportunity Type: Summer Fellowship,
Date: 30th June to 29th August 2026
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded,
Eligibility Criteria:
- All nationalities are welcome to apply for the fellowship; there are no country-specific restrictions.
- Both master’s degree candidates and final-year undergraduates are welcome to apply.
- Candidates must be enrolled in a master’s program in robotics or a closely related field, such as mechanical or electrical engineering.
- Candidates must anticipate graduating in January 2026 or later.
- For the course of the program, which runs from June 30 to August 29, 2026, applicants must be completely accessible to participate in the fellowship in Switzerland.
- This fellowship does not necessitate taking the IELTS or any other English language test.
- Faculty members do not need to be contacted before the application is submitted.
- Students from all nations and backgrounds are welcome to enroll in the program.
Benefits:
- For the duration of the fellowship, participants will receive a total stipend of CHF 4,000 to cover living expenses.
- Round-trip international airfare to and from Switzerland is covered by the program.
- The fellowship entirely covers the costs of applying for and processing a visa.
- Switzerland offers complimentary lodging for the duration of the program.
Required Documents
- A Curriculum Vitae (CV) prepared in Europass format
- An official academic transcript from your current or most recent institution
- A letter of motivation or personal statement, not exceeding one page
- Contact information of two academic referees
- Two letters of recommendation from academic referees, which must be submitted directly by the referees themselves
Deadline: 27th February 2026
