RIKEN CBS Summer Program 2027 in Japan (Fully Funded)

November 9, 2026

The applications are now open for the RIKEN CBS Summer Program 2027 in Japan. It is a fully funded internship at the RIKEN Center for Brain Science (RIKEN CBS). All selected interns will travel to Tokyo, Japan. There is no application fee, and candidates from around the world are eligible to apply. The program aims to train students interested in brain function, deepening their insight and enhancing their expertise in neuroscience. Candidates can choose either a 2-month internship (Plan A) in a laboratory or an intensive 5-day lecture course (Plan B). More details are below.

Details About RIKEN CBS Summer Program 2027

Host Country: Japan
Location: RIKEN Center for Brain Science (RIKEN CBS), Tokyo
Duration: 2 Months
Benefits: Fully Funded
Deadline: 8th January 2027

Financial Benefits

The program covers:

Return Airfare
Accommodation
Monthly Stipend

Program Dates

Plan A: Internship Course (two months)
- June 8 (Tue) – August 5 (Thu), 2027
Plan B: Lecture Course (five days)
- July 5 (Mon) – July 9 (Fri), 2027

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates from all countries are eligible.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in an academic institution or employed by a company at the time of application and throughout the program period.
You must submit a certificate of enrollment or equivalent proof of affiliation for the duration of the program.
High school students are not eligible to participate.
Foreign participants must possess a valid passport.

Required Documents

Internship Project Description
CV (Curriculum Vitae)
Motivation Letter
A Letter of Recommendation
A Letter Requesting Financial Support (only for those who need it).

How to Apply for the RIKEN CBS Summer Program 2027?

Candidates must apply online from the official website. The link is below.

APPLY FOR THE RIKEN CBS SUMMER INTERNSHIP

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