MBZUAI Announces Fully Funded Research Internship Program 2026 in UAE

The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is accepting applications for its fully funded Research Internship Program 2026 in the UAE, offering undergraduate students and early-career researchers the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge AI research. This Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP) provides hands-on experience in AI technologies, allowing interns to work alongside world-class faculty in a collaborative research environment with access to advanced facilities and resources. The program is ideal for students seeking to enhance their AI skills, advance academic or industry careers, and build professional networks.

The MBZUAI UGRIP 2026 is open to international students from all over the world, focusing on STEM-related majors. Eligible applicants must be in their third or fourth year of undergraduate studies, hold a minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0 or equivalent, meet English language requirements, and be available for the full four-week duration of the internship.

Interns will receive a generous stipend, private accommodation, airfare, airport transfers, visa support, health insurance, and access to MBZUAI facilities and resources. The program also includes social and cultural activities, providing a comprehensive international experience in Abu Dhabi. Participants will have the opportunity to work on projects aligned with their academic interests in areas such as healthcare AI, robotics, and more, under the guidance of faculty and graduate mentors.

Applicants must submit an enrollment letter from their university, official academic transcripts, a 400-word statement of purpose, a list of achievements and awards, proof of English proficiency, a photocopy of their passport, and any additional supporting documents. All documents should be in English and officially stamped and signed by university authorities.

The application process is fully online. Candidates must register on the MBZUAI application portal, complete the application form, upload all required documents, and submit their application before the deadline. The deadline to apply for the MBZUAI Undergraduate Research Internship Program 2026 is February 28, 2026.

This fully funded internship in the UAE offers international students the chance to advance their AI research skills, collaborate with top researchers, gain exposure to global AI developments, and experience living and working in Abu Dhabi while building a professional network in the field of artificial intelligence.