ESO Internship Program 2025/26 in Germany | Apply Fully Funded

Exciting Opportunity: Apply Now for the ESO Internship Program 2025/26 in Germany
Are you a student or recent graduate passionate about science and astronomy? The European Southern Observatory (ESO) is now accepting applications for its fully funded, six-month internship program in Germany.

Interns will be based at the ESO headquarters in Garching, near Munich. The program takes care of travel, accommodation, and living expenses, so participants can fully concentrate on their academic and professional growth. Internship opportunities are offered in a variety of fields, such as science, engineering, IT, communications, and administration.

Program Overview

Host Country: Germany
Location: ESO Office, Garching (near Munich)
Duration: Six months
Financial Coverage: Fully funded
Application Deadline: December 31, 2025

Financial Benefits

The internship includes the following support:

Travel expenses to and from Germany
Monthly stipend for living expenses
Accommodation near the ESO office

Internship Fields

Science and Research

Astronomy and Astrophysics
Physics
Data Science
Software and IT

Engineering

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Software Engineering

Communication and Administration

Science Communication
Audiovisual Communication
General Administration

Eligibility Criteria

Open to applicants of all nationalities
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a university program or be recent graduates
Preferred academic backgrounds include:
- Science
- Engineering
- Astronomy
- Science Communication or Journalism
A general interest and basic knowledge of astronomy is beneficial, including topics such as:
- Stargazing
- How telescopes work
- Major astronomical objects
Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of German is an advantage