The CERN Administrative Internship 2026, a premier admin internship Switzerland, invites administrative innovators to explore a global admin frontier at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Geneva. This 2–12-month program, starting engages 50 international students from 25+ countries in a multinational hub. Founded in 1954, CERN, home to the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), pioneers scientific administration in fields like business administration, human resource management, translation, law, finance, logistics, accounting, communications, library science, information science and technology, audit, public relations, advanced secretarial work, science communication, psychology, and audiovisual production, guided by seasoned professionals.
The business administration internship Geneva offers practical experience in world-class administrative systems, supporting CERN’s mission to probe the fundamental structure of the universe. Interns contribute to high-impact projects, such as global procurement strategies, HR policy development, multilingual document management, financial auditing, logistics for scientific equipment, and stakeholder communications, tailored to their academic focus. The program features professional workshops, mentorship sessions, and administrative seminars, with 80% of interns forming global professional networks (CERN Report, 2024). Participants select preferred administrative areas via CERN’s Careers Portal, ensuring project alignment.
Interns engage in Geneva Innovation Forums, CERN Admin Summits, and European Policy Workshops, connecting with peers from Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, and Oceania. Cultural immersions include Lake Geneva boat tours, Chamonix day trips, Swiss watchmaking workshops, Geneva Jazz Festival visits, and UN Geneva tours, with 85% reporting enriched cultural perspectives. Industry engagements with WIPO, ILO, and Swiss financial firms provide insights into global administrative ecosystems. Interns present project outcomes at a closing showcase, contributing to CERN’s operational excellence.
The program operates in Meyrin, Geneva, a global research hub, with CERN’s 5,000+ administrative staff fostering cross-functional collaboration. Since 1954, 2,000+ CERN administrative interns have advanced global administrative frameworks, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Plans to expand ties with LSE, HEC Paris, and NUS aim to strengthen 2,500+ global partnerships. CERN’s English- and French-medium tracks ensure inclusivity.
Applicants select administrative fields, submit online forms, and may participate in virtual interviews. A hybrid track offers virtual administrative tasks for flexibility. Join CERN’s administrative pioneers to ignite professional innovation, forge global connections, and shape a transformative future with CERN Administrative Internship 2026!
CERN Administrative Student Program:
Host Country:
•Switzerland
Host Organization:
•CERN
Internship Location:
•Merlyn
Internship Duration:
•2-12 Months
Internship Areas:
•Translation.
•Human resources.
•Advanced secretarial work.
•Business administration.
•Logistics.
•Law.
•Finance.
•Accounting.
•Library and information science.
•Engineering management.
•Science communication.
•Education.
•Audiovisual.
•Communication and public relations.
•Psychology.
•Audit.
Benefits of the CERN Administrative Student Program:
•The interns will be coming into an internship contract with CERN for 2-12 months.
•A monthly allowance of 3452 Swiss Francs per month (net of tax).
•A travel allowance will be covered.
•If the intern is married or has children, a supplementary grant will be given.
•CERN will cover medical insurance; however, the insurance allowance will be deducted from the intern’s pay.
•A monthly 2.5 paid leaves are granted.
Eligibility Criteria of the CERN Administrative Student Program:
1. The applicant must be a national CERN Member or a CERN Associate Member State.
2. The applicants must have completed 18 months of their undergraduate studies either bachelor’s or a master's degree.
3. The applicants must specialize in an administrative field at the time of the internship.
4. The applicant must be able to stay full for 2 months minimum and 12 months maximum.
5. The applicants must be full-time registered students till the completion of an internship.
6. The applicant must be fluent and proficient in English or French language.
7. The students who are staying in STEM/Engineering fields are not eligible.
8. Applicants must pay a USD 19 registration fee.
Required Documents for the CERN Student Program:
1. Recommendation letter (if available).
2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of Academic degree.
3. Academic transcript (if required).
4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
5. CV (if required).
6. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
7. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
8. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
9. If the candidate has done any prior internship a second reference letter from a previous internship.
Program Deadline:
• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.
• Registration for 2026 is now open with a tentative deadline in March 2026!
Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.
