9th-Grade Internship
(middle school, 9th grade) 2026–2027
The Institute of Space Astrophysics (IAS) is organizing two internship sessions (maximum 10 students) for 9th-grade students, one from December 14 to 18, 2026, and the other from February 1 to 5, 2027.
The IAS “Discovery Internships” team does not accept interns (middle school and high school students) outside of these periods.
The IAS does not cover trainees' transportation, meal, and lodging expenses.
The workshop will consist of several presentations, workshops, and tours.
Its purpose is to introduce students to a range of careers (in science and technology) related to astrophysics.
Practical information about the application process for 2026–2027 is now available online!
To apply
Applicants must complete the online application form below.
The form includes, in particular, the following two categories, which will be taken into account during the selection process:
- Please describe your motivation for pursuing astrophysics and space exploration (maximum 2,500 characters, including spaces)
- Do you have any interests or extracurricular activities? If so, what are they: artistic activities, sports, participation in clubs, involvement in school life, other interests, etc.?
Please do not send any additional documents by email.
- Session 1 (December 14–18, 2026):
Applications will open on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (Paris time) and close on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (for 10 spots).
You will be notified of the results by email during the week of September 28, 2026.
Link to apply:
- Session 2 (February 1–5, 2027):
Applications will open on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (Paris time) andclose on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.(for 10 spots).
You will be notified of the results by email during the week of November 2, 2026.
Link to apply:
For selected candidates: Please confirm within 2 days of receiving this response by replying to this email whether you still wish to pursue this internship at the IAS.
List of documents to be submitted by selected candidates in PDF format (documents must be named using the student’s first and last name):
– Internship agreement signed by the intern and his or her legal guardian (digital version)
– A copy of the intern’s national ID card
– Copy of the Social Security certificate or health insurance card
– Name, address, and phone number of the person to contact in the event of an accident
Deadline for submitting administrative documents:
The complete application must be submitted to us electronically no later than:
November 2, 2026, for the first session
December 7, 2026, for the second session
AEmail address: virginie.katra@universite-paris-saclay.fr
Upon receipt of the complete application package, the internship agreement will be sent to the CNRS regional HR departments for approval and then returned to the IAS, which will subsequently forward it to the college for final signature. Selected interns will be notified by email.
Schedule for the Introductory Workshop at the IAS
One week before the workshop begins, a schedule will be sent to you by email.
Each intern will receive a meal voucher to eat lunch on campus and will be eligible for the “intern” rate (approximately 7 euros per meal).
At the end of the internship
Students must submit a copy of their internship report to the IAS: in PDF format and via email to martine.chane-yook@universite-paris-saclay.fr
If you have any other questions, please feel free to send an email to: martine.chane-yook@universite-paris-saclay.fr