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E3 Program at a Glance
The (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) EPFL Excellence in Engineering Program offers an intensive research training opportunity to students interested in research careers in any field of engineering, science and technology
You will be matched with a laboratory based on your interest and background.
You will be joining a research group for a period of 8 to 12 weeks during the summer months.
You will attend a series of group meetings and workshops given by researchers from EPFL and abroad. A dedicated workshop with combined social activity will be devoted to the participants presenting their own summer research results.
Application Process (Deadline: February 1, 2020)
Your application file should be composed of the following documents. Please prepare these documents before applying through the online portal.
- Your curriculum vitæ
- Your academic transcript, including the most recent
- A statement of purpose explaining your 3 lab choices (max. 1000 words)
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Eligibility: You must be enrolled in a Bachelor or Master program. Students enrolled in PhD programs are not eligible. At the time of application, you should have successfully completed at least your second Bachelor year in any field of engineering, science and technology.
Selection Criteria: Fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis taking into consideration the following criteria:
- You are among the top 10% of your class with a high GPA
- You plan to pursue PhD studies. Previous laboratory experience is a plus
- Your application package should convince the selection committee of your excellence and passion for science. Your statement of purpose reflects your ambition, career goals, and explains your choice of host laboratories.
