Do you want to do an intership abroad during your Master’s degree? The SMARTS-UP Graduate Schools programme at Université Paris Cité aims to promote the internationalisation of Master’s programmes and facilitate the integration of top students into international organisations, creating a pool of excellence for the recruitment of future PhD candidates. Submit your application by November 30, 2025.

Discover the testimonial of Nidarsana, a student from the Graduate School of Innovative Materials, who spent four months in Oslo for an internship during her Master’s program, thanks to the SMARTS-UP scholarship.

Application 2025-2026

In this context, it is proposed to fund outgoing mobility scholarships for 2025-2026, amounting to €1,000 per month, for all Graduate School students wishing to undertake an internship abroad for 1 to 6 months.

Regarding travel expenses, the SMARTS-UP Graduate Schools project offers:

  • If you travel within Europe: €200
  • If you travel outside Europe: up to €1,000 (under conditions)

Eligibility criteria

  • Be a Master’s student (M1 or M2) at one of Université Paris Cité’s Graduate Schools and enrolled at Université Paris Cité in 2025-2026.
  • Undertake an internship abroad ending no later than August 31, 2026.

Required documents

  • Download and complete the application form
  • A half-page summary of the mobility project
  • Recommendation letter from the Master’s supervisor
  • Support letter from the host organisation
  • Copy of the student card
  • Copy of the ID card
  • Copy of the social insurance card

How to Apply?

To submit your application, please click here.

Application opening date: November 2, 2025
Application closing date: November 30, 2025 at midnight (CET)
Applicants will be informed of the decision by email in January 2026.

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