CERN Administrative Student Programme 2027

The CERN Administrative Student Programme 2027-1 gives university students the opportunity to complete practical training within one of the world's leading scientific organisations while continuing their academic studies.

Although CERN is internationally recognised for particle physics and scientific research, its work also relies on a large range of administrative and professional services. Students may contribute in areas including administration, communications, finance, human resources, law, logistics, procurement and related disciplines.

Administrative students work alongside experienced CERN professionals and take part in real organisational activities. Depending on the placement, responsibilities may include preparing documents, analysing information, coordinating activities and supporting day-to-day administrative operations.

The programme is particularly relevant to students whose university requires or encourages them to undertake a practical training period as part of their studies.

Students work within CERN's international and multicultural environment in Geneva and can develop professional, communication, organisational and collaborative skills while gaining experience connected to their field of study.

The studentship lasts between 4 and 12 months, and CERN lists 1 April 2027 as the ideal start date for this intake.

• Applicants must be nationals of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State.
• For the current 2027-1 intake, CERN states that it cannot consider applications from Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot, Croatian and Turkish nationals because the applicable Associate Membership ceiling has been reached.
• Applicants must have completed at least 18 months of university studies, equivalent to three semesters, in the relevant field by the time of selection.
• Applicants should currently be studying Administration, Communication, Finance, Human Resources, Law, Logistics, Procurement or a related field.
• Applicants must remain enrolled as full-time students throughout the studentship.
• PhD students and PhD holders are not eligible.
• Applicants must have a good knowledge of English or French.
• Applicants should have a good understanding of office software and digital tools relevant to their studies.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural team are expected.
• CERN describes the programme as particularly suitable for students who are required or encouraged by their university to complete a practical training period.

• Monthly net allowance of CHF 3,486.
• Studentship lasting between 4 and 12 months.
• 30 days of paid leave per year, adjusted according to the duration of the appointment.
• An additional two-week annual CERN closure.
• Coverage under CERN's comprehensive health insurance scheme.
• The participant's health insurance contribution is deducted from the allowance.
• A family supplement may be available depending on individual circumstances.
• Travel expenses to Geneva upon joining CERN may be covered depending on individual circumstances.
• Practical professional experience within an international scientific organisation.
• Opportunity to work with experienced CERN professionals.
• Experience in an international and multidisciplinary working environment.
• CERN assists with relevant visa and work-permit processes where applicable.

• CV in English or French.

Optional:

• Academic reference letter.
• Academic transcript.
• Any other document the applicant considers relevant to the application.

CERN does not publish a separate numerical scoring system for this vacancy. The official listing highlights the following profile factors relevant to candidates:

• Relevance of the applicant's university studies to the administrative field.
• Completion of the required minimum study period.
• Ability to remain enrolled as a full-time student.
• Knowledge of English or French.
• Understanding of relevant office software and digital tools.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural team.
• Curiosity, precision and a proactive approach to learning.
• Suitability for practical, supervised on-the-job learning.

• International experience: Gain practical experience within CERN's multicultural working environment.
• Professional development: Apply university learning to real administrative work and organisational projects.
• Strong institutional exposure: Learn how administrative functions support one of the world's leading scientific organisations.
• Multiple career fields: Opportunities can relate to administration, HR, finance, communication, law, logistics and procurement.
• Practical learning: Develop workplace skills by working directly with experienced professionals.
• Competitive allowance: Receive a substantial monthly net allowance while completing the placement.
• Professional network: Work alongside professionals from different nationalities, disciplines and organisational functions.
• CV development: Gain internationally recognised professional experience that may strengthen future employment or postgraduate applications.