Are you ready to spend your summer in Bulgaria ? Applications are now open for the INSAIT Summer Research Fellowship 2025 in Bulgaria . It is a fully-funded 8-12 week summer internship for international students from all over the world. There is no application fee. The aim of the INSAIT Summer Research Fellowship is to engage students in summer research activities under the supervision of INSAIT faculty members . Bulgaria has recently joined the Schengen Area. The summer fellowship will be at the Institute of Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT). The institute is located in Sofia, Bulgaria. The exact dates of the INSAIT SURF Summer Fellowship are decided by the student and his/her mentor . Below you will find more details about the research areas, financial benefits and the application process.

Details about INSAIT Summer Research Fellowship 2025 in Bulgaria

• Host country : Bulgaria
• Location : INSAIT, Sofia
• Dates : To be agreed upon between the student and the advisor.
• Duration : 8 to 12 weeks
• Financial Benefits : Full Financing
• Deadline: March 3, 2025

Financial benefits

The program covers:

• Monthly grant: All students will receive a monthly grant of 1,500 euros to cover living expenses.
• Accommodation: INSAIT will arrange and cover the costs of accommodation.
• Travel expenses: Travel expenses will be covered by INSAIT.
• Visa Assistance: INSAIT will assist with visa applications for selected candidates.
• Vacation during the summer fellowship.

Summer Fellowship Dates

The summer program lasts 8-12 weeks, the exact duration is determined by the student and his/her advisor. On-site participation in Sofia, Bulgaria is mandatory for all students.

Research areas

Computer Vision, Robotics, Basic Models, AI Agents, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms and Theory, Quantum Computing, Mathematical AI, Safe and Trustworthy AI. Read more about the colleges .

Eligibility Criteria

• INSAIT Bulgaria Summer Research Scholarship is open to all nationals.
• Undergraduate students enrolled in a bachelor's degree program at any accredited institution are eligible to apply.
• First year undergraduate students can also apply.
• Students must be enrolled in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics major, such as computer science, mathematics, physics, or engineering.
• Minimum GPA must be 3.5 (out of 4.0).

Required documents

• CV (PDF)
• Unofficial version (PDF)
• Motivational Letter (PDF)

Program schedule

• Online Interviews (Shortlisted): 19 March 2025
• Program invitations release date: March 31, 2025
• Project Discussion and Planning: April 6 – 30, 2025
• Participant arrival: June 1 – August 31, 2025

How to apply for the INSAIT Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship 2025 (SURF)?

Applicants are required to submit their applications online through the official website. Please submit your applications before the deadline. The link to the official website is given below.