Google has opened applications for its 2026 Student Researcher Program, an initiative designed to foster academic collaborations by hiring students for research projects.
The program is designed to foster academic collaboration and innovation by connecting students with Google’s world-class research teams across Europe and Africa.
It offers placements across Google’s global research, engineering, and science teams, giving students the chance to engage in exploratory projects that drive scientific innovation.
Google Opens Applications for 2026 Student Research Program
“As a Student Researcher, you will have the opportunity to participate in research projects focused on developing solutions for real-world, large-scale problems,” Google said in a statement.
Successful applicants will be placed in any of Google’s international offices, including Nairobi (Kenya), Accra (Ghana), Zürich (Switzerland), Berlin (Germany), Munich (Germany), Grenoble (France), Paris (France), and London (UK).
The opportunity is open to students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degrees.
The duration and location of each project will depend on team and student needs, with participants required to remain in their assigned location for the entire engagement period.
When applying, students will be considered for roles across Google’s research divisions, including Google DeepMind, Google Research, and Google Cloud, allowing recruiters to match projects with each applicant’s skills and interests.
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Application Requirements and Qualifications
Applicants must prepare an updated CV or resume (PDF preferred) and a current unofficial or official transcript in English
Minimum qualifications include enrollment in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program in one of the following or related fields:
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Computer Science
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Linguistics
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Statistics or Biostatistics
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Applied Mathematics
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Operations Research
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Economics
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Natural Sciences
Candidates should also have experience in at least one area of computer science, such as Natural Language Understanding, Human-Computer Interaction, and Generative Media.
Others include Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Optimization, Quantum Information Science, Data Science, or Software Engineering.
The preferred qualifications for the position require candidates to be currently enrolled in a full-time degree program within the EMEA region and to return to their studies upon completing the internship.
Applicants should have prior experience as researchers, whether through internships, full-time roles, or work conducted in a laboratory setting.
Additionally, candidates are expected to have made significant contributions to research communities or projects, such as by publishing papers in reputable conferences or journals.
Proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages—such as C/C++, Java, MATLAB, Go, or Python—is also highly valued.
How to Apply
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Interested applicants will have to click the “Apply” button on the official Google Student Researcher Program page.
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In the “Resume Section”, upload your updated CV or resume.
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In the “Education Section”, upload your current or recent transcript in English and select “Now attending” under Degree Status.
The application deadline is February 26, 2025; however, Google encourages early applications, as selections are made on a rolling basis.
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What You’ll Do as a Student Researcher
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Contribute to cutting-edge research that addresses real-world challenges.
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Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and experts across the globe.
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Receive mentorship from leading professionals in technology and innovation.
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Develop solutions and technologies that may influence Google’s products and platforms.
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