KAUST Internship in Saudi Arabia 2026 (Fully Funded)

Each year, KAUST offers internships to about 130 international students across 150+ research projects. The program lasts 3 to 6 months and provides: USD 1000 monthly stipend, private bedroom and bathroom, health insurance. 

KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology) is a private international graduate research university in Saudi Arabia. Its mission is to drive innovation, economic growth, and social progress by advancing science and technology. Research at KAUST focuses on solving global challenges in food, water, energy, and the environment through collaboration among students, faculty, and scientists.

Eligibility

Applicants must fulfill the following criteria for the KAUST Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) Internship:

• Required Languages: English. Strong verbal and written English Skills. Recommended levels: minimum TOEFL score of 79 on the IBT (Internet-Based Test) or 6.0 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System).

• Eligible Countries: All countries

• 3rd and 4th-year bachelor's and master's students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

• GPA 3.5/4 or 14/20 (ECTS B).

NOTE: Current PhD candidates, KAUST students, or KAUST alumni are ineligible to apply.

Program Date/Location

• Internship Deadline: You can apply for a place at any time throughout the year

  • You can also choose the start and end dates at any point throughout the year.

• Internship Duration: 3 to 6 months

• Location: KAUST Institution, Saudi Arabia

Program Benefits

• Tuition fees

• Housing (Private bedroom/bathroom)

• Return flights

• USD 1000 Monthly Stipend

• Health Insurance

• Access to core laboratories and major research and community facilities.

Focused Areas

• Please click here to view 150+ research projects

Application Process

• Make sure that you have the following documents

  • Official Transcript(s) in English from current and previous institutions.

  • Letter of Recommendation.

  • Valid Passport.

  • Statement of purpose.

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

• Choose your internship program from here. Each project has its own specific requirements and preferred student background. To apply, simply click the ‘Apply’ button available on each project page.

• After choosing your program, fill out the first application with your personal data and create an account with your username and password.

• After that, check your mail, which will include the link for the internship program application. Fill it out and upload the documents, then click “submit”.