DAAD Germany GAIN Internships 2025 (Fully Funded)

Are you passionate about higher education, science policy, and international research collaborations? The German Academic International Network (GAIN) Summer Internship 2025 is now accepting applications for an exciting opportunity at the DAAD New York office in the USA. This paid internship offers a $1,500/month stipend and runs from May 1 or June 1 to September 15 or 30, 2025. Apply now and gain hands-on experience in event planning, social media management, and higher education networking while assisting in organizing the 25th Annual GAIN Conference in Boston.

Why Apply for the GAIN Summer Internship?

This internship in the USA provides valuable exposure to Germany’s research landscape, helping international mobile researchers connect with leading institutions. Interns will work on website content, social media activity, and conference planning while being part of a high-impact international academic network.

Internship Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing the 25th Annual GAIN Conference, the largest career fair for German PhD students, postdocs, and professors abroad.
• Support website content management and social media engagement.
• Handle event logistics and communication with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with a small, dynamic team to execute high-profile academic initiatives.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the GAIN Summer Internship 2025, applicants must:

• Be fluent in English and have strong German language skills.
• Have a strong interest in higher education and science policy.
• Be highly organized, detail-oriented, and a team player.
• Have prior experience in event planning (preferred but not required).
• Possess a valid US work permit (visa sponsorship is not available).

Internship Benefits & Financial Support

• Monthly stipend of $1,500.
• Hands-on experience in event coordination, marketing, and international academic collaboration.
• Networking opportunities with Germany’s top research institutions and international scholars.
• Work in person at the DAAD New York office.

Application Process & Deadline

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a motivation letter (in English or German) with the subject line “GAIN Internship 2025” to:

• Solveig Berkman, Senior Administrative Officer: berkman@daad.de
• Anna Oberle-Brill, GAIN Program Director: oberle-brill@daad.de

Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About GAIN & DAAD

The German Academic International Network (GAIN) supports internationally mobile German researchers by connecting them with academic and research opportunities in Germany. DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst) is the world’s largest funding organization for the international exchange of students and researchers.

If you are looking for a career-enhancing internship in higher education and science policy, apply now for the GAIN Summer Internship 2025 in New York, USA!