ISTA Austria PhD Scholarship 2025

The ISTA Austria Scholarship, established by the ISTA organization, offers research opportunities to talented scientists and recent graduates worldwide. This scholarship allows selected students to participate in research projects for 2-3 months. The PhD Summary Internship provides compensation, covers living expenses in Austria, and includes travel expenses. Eligible students can apply before February 5th, 2025. Learn more about the ISTA Austria Scholarship 2025 in the article below.

About ISTA Austria Scholarship

The ISTA Austria Scholarship (also known as PhD Summary Internship) was created by the ISTA organization to provide research opportunities to recent graduates and scientifically talented students. This scholarship offers supervision and collaboration with leading research groups, providing valuable on-campus experience. Students receive compensation to cover living expenses in Austria, along with administrative and visa support. Research opportunities align with the student’s chosen discipline.

Objective of PhD Summary Internship

The primary objective of the PhD Summary Internship is to provide research opportunities to talented recent graduates. This scholarship allows students to develop their research skills in a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary institute. Students benefit from supervision and collaboration with experienced ISTA research groups. All eligible students can apply before February 5th, 2025.

Key Highlights of ISTA Austria Scholarship

Name of the article	ISTA Austria Scholarship (PhD Summary Internship)
Announced by	ISTA
Beneficiaries	Students
Benefits	Financial assistance
Application Mode	Online
Year	2025-26
Official website	https://phd.pages.ista.ac.at/isternship/

Eligibility Criteria

• Students with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree are eligible.
• Candidates must have a strong academic record from a reputable institution.
• Graduates in natural sciences, mathematics, computer science, physics, chemistry, and related interdisciplinary areas are eligible.
• Candidates must have completed at least the second year or fourth semester of their Bachelor’s studies.
• Applicants who graduated before May 15th, 2024, are ineligible.
• Students currently enrolled in a PhD program are ineligible.

Required Documents

• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of purpose
• Contact details
• University transcripts and diploma
• 1 or 2 names of potential ISTA host professors

Types of Research Projects

• Biology
• Computer science
• Data Science
• Scientific computing
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Neuroscience
• Chemistry and materials science

Fellowship Duration

• The fellowship lasts 2-3 months (May 15th, 2025 – September 15th, 2025).

Important Dates

Application submission deadline	February 5th, 2025
Reference submission deadline	February 5th, 2025
Deadline for change request on referee contact information	February 4th, 2025
Application results communicated	March 31st, 2025

Financial Assistance

• Selected students receive a monthly payment of €1,150 for living expenses.
• Additional benefits include travel allowances, health insurance, and housing assistance.

Selection Process

• Submit a research project proposal.
• Meet all eligibility criteria.
• Complete the application form accurately and submit all required documents.
• Submit the application before the 2025 intake deadline.

Application Process

• Step 1: Visit the ISTA Website.

• Step 2: Review the information on the homepage.
• Step 3: Click on the Apply option.

• Step 4: On the new page, click I need to register.

• Step 5: Complete the registration form.
• Step 6: Attach all required documents.
• Step 7: Click submit.
• Step 8: Your application is complete.

Helpline Number

• Institute of Science and Technology Austria, Sunstone Building, 2nd floor, AM Campus 1, 3400 Klosterneuburg
• Phone: +43(0)22439000
• Fax: +43(0)224390002000

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