The INSAIT Graduate Research Fellowship (INSAIT GRF) is a prestigious program designed for highly motivated graduate students from around the world, offering them the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research activities under the mentorship of INSAIT faculty in Sofia, Bulgaria. Modeled after successful research programs at MIT, Caltech, and ETH Zurich, the fellowship aims to foster academic excellence and international collaboration in the fields of computer science, electrical engineering, statistics, and mathematics. Participants will contribute to ongoing research projects within their groups and are encouraged to co-author submissions for top computer science conferences and journals. The fellowship duration ranges from 6 to 12 months, with the exact timeline determined between the student and their mentor. Remote work is not permitted, ensuring that students benefit from direct engagement and collaboration at the institute. Eligibility is restricted to graduate students currently enrolled or who have graduated within the last 12 months from a Master’s program at an accredited university, with a major in computer science, electrical engineering, statistics, or mathematics. The program especially encourages applications from female students and other groups historically underrepresented in STEM. Funding for the fellowship includes a monthly gross pay of €3,307 to cover living expenses, with INSAIT arranging and covering accommodation for the first two weeks after arrival. Travel and visa support are also provided, making the program accessible to international students. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and candidates are informed of the outcome within one month of applying. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview, and upon selection, will engage with their mentors to define project scope and plans. Throughout the program, fellows are required to deliver a project plan, a final report structured as a conference paper, and a final presentation as part of the INSAIT seminar series. The program is an excellent opportunity for graduate students seeking to advance their research careers in a dynamic, international environment. For more details and to apply, visit INSAIT GRF .

The Institute for Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT) in Sofia, Bulgaria, is offering the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) 2026. This prestigious program is designed for highly motivated undergraduate students from around the world who are interested in research in computer science, artificial intelligence, mathematics, physics, and engineering. The fellowship provides an immersive research experience under the mentorship of INSAIT faculty, modeled after top programs at MIT, Caltech, and ETH Zurich. The SURF program runs for 8-12 weeks during June to August 2026. Participants will engage in cutting-edge research projects, contribute to ongoing group work, and have opportunities to co-author papers for leading conferences in computer science and AI. The program is fully funded: each fellow receives a monthly stipend of 1500 EUR, with accommodation, travel, and visa support provided by INSAIT. All research activities are conducted in-person at the institute in Sofia, Bulgaria. Eligibility is open to undergraduate students enrolled in a Bachelor’s program at any accredited university, majoring in computer science, mathematics, physics, or engineering. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 (or equivalent). The program encourages applications from students in underrepresented communities in STEM. First-year undergraduates are also eligible to apply. Application materials include a CV, unofficial transcript, and a one-page motivation letter outlining interest in the program, research areas, and prior experience. The application window is open from February 4 to March 8, 2026. After submission, shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview. Selected fellows will work closely with mentors to define their research project scope and are expected to deliver a project plan, a final report (structured as a conference paper), and a presentation as part of the INSAIT seminar series. The program offers a vibrant academic environment, exposure to diverse research topics such as federated learning, computer vision, large language models, and quantum computing, and the chance to collaborate with top researchers and peers from around the world. For more information and to apply, visit https://insait.ai/surf/ .