Looking for an amazing opportunity to spend your summer in Europe while advancing your research skills? The CNIO Summer Training Program 2025 in Spain is a chance for undergraduate students in biomedicine-related or life sciences degrees to gain valuable research experience at the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) in Madrid. This funded training program is open to international students from all over the world who are in their final year of study and wish to pursue a research career.
Program Overview
- Host Organization: CNIO (Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Oncológicas)
- Location: Madrid, Spain
- Duration: 8 weeks (from June 23rd to August 14th, 2025)
- Total Working Hours: Approximately 300 hours
- Financial Coverage: Partially Funded (covers travel expenses from the home country to Spain, breakfasts and lunches, personal accident insurance, and private health insurance)
- Category: Summer Research Training Program
- Eligibility: Undergraduate students in biomedicine-related or life sciences degrees in their final year
- Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
Program Details
The CNIO Summer Training Program offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic research environment focused on cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Interns will engage in projects across various research areas including:
- Structural Biology
- Molecular Oncology
- Experimental Therapeutics
- Human Cancer Genetics
- Biotechnology
- Clinical Research
- Biobank Management
Participants will work full time during the program and gain exposure to advanced research techniques while experiencing Spanish culture at one of the world’s most renowned cancer research centers.
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the CNIO Summer Training Program 2025, applicants must:
- Be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a biomedicine-related or life sciences field.
- Be in the final year of their degree.
- Have an excellent academic record with a GPA above 0.75.
- Possess a good knowledge of the English language.
- Be available for the full duration of the program (June 23rd to August 14th, 2025).
The program is open to students of all genders, economic backgrounds, races, languages, and nationalities.
Benefits
Interns selected for the CNIO Summer Training Program will enjoy several benefits, including:
- Coverage of travel expenses from the home country to Spain.
- Provision of meals (breakfasts and lunches) throughout the program.
- Personal accident insurance and private health insurance.
- A certificate upon completion of the program.
- An opportunity to visit Europe and explore its rich cultural heritage.
- Hands-on research experience in cutting-edge cancer research.
- A fully immersive, full-time internship that enhances your resume and professional network.
Required Documents
Applicants must be prepared to submit the following documents:
- A current CV
- Copy of the National ID Card or Passport
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official academic transcript
- Proof of valid health insurance
Note: Only shortlisted participants will be required to email these documents (except CV) to summertraining@cnio.es.
How to Apply
- Click the “Apply Now” button to access the official CNIO application page.
- Fill out the online application form with your personal, academic, and other required details.
- Upload your CV as instructed.
- Agree to the terms and conditions and submit your application.
Ensure that you complete your application accurately, as any mistakes could disqualify you. The last date to apply is March 31, 2025.
Final Tips
- Begin your application early and gather all necessary documents.
- Double-check all details before submitting your form.
- Make sure you are available for the entire duration of the program.
- Take advantage of this opportunity to gain hands-on research experience and explore Spanish culture.
Don’t miss your chance to participate in this exciting summer training program at CNIO in Madrid. Apply now and take a significant step toward advancing your research career while experiencing life in Europe!
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