# Research Internships in Science and Engineering (RISE)

**Funder:** DFG
**Duration:** 6–12 weeks
**Eligible countries:** DE
**Official call:** https://www.dfg.de/en/research-funding/funding-opportunities/programmes/coordinated-programmes/collaborative-research-centres/early-career-researchers/rise
**Last verified:** 22 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Doctoral researchers at DFG Collaborative Research Centres may invite research fellows from North America (US, Canada) and Great Britain to German higher education institutions for 6–12 weeks. Primarily targets life sciences, natural sciences, and engineering students, though other disciplines with scientific connection may apply. Run in cooperation with DAAD.

## Summary

The RISE internship programme offers research fellowships for 6-12 weeks at German higher education institutions, funded by the DFG in cooperation with DAAD. The programme is open to undergraduate and early-career researchers from the US, Canada, and Great Britain, and must be invited by a doctoral researcher at a DFG Collaborative Research Centre. Life sciences, natural sciences, and engineering are the primary target disciplines, though other research-focused fields may apply.

## Who should apply

- Undergraduate and postgraduate students from the US, Canada, or Great Britain
- Early-career researchers in life sciences, natural sciences, or engineering
- Applicants invited by a doctoral researcher at a DFG Collaborative Research Centre
- Students with demonstrated research interest and academic standing

## Key dates

- 6-12 week internship duration
- Hosted at German higher education institutions

## Tips for applicants

- You must be invited by a doctoral researcher at a DFG Collaborative Research Centre; direct applications without an invitation are not possible.
- The invitation from your host research group is the gating factor, work with a potential supervisor early to secure a place.
- DAAD co-runs the programme, so check the DAAD funding portal for the exact deadline and submission pathway.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long is a RISE internship?

RISE internships run for 6 to 12 weeks at a German institution.

### Who can apply for RISE?

Early-career researchers (primarily students) from the US, Canada, and Great Britain who are invited by a doctoral researcher at a DFG Collaborative Research Centre.

### Do I need an invitation to apply for RISE?

Yes, you must be invited by a doctoral researcher at a DFG Collaborative Research Centre; this is a requirement of the programme.

### What research areas does RISE support?

RISE primarily targets life sciences, natural sciences, and engineering; other research-focused disciplines may also apply.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/dfg-research-internships-in-science-and-engineering-ri-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.