This scholarship provides the opportunity for two emerging female researchers to conduct a 4-6-week, work-based internship at a prominent innovation institution in Germany. Its aim is to promote excellence in STEM research and innovation by providing a career pathway and mentorship for a promising female scientist or innovator thus celebrating the valuable and growing contribution made by women to this field.
It is open to female graduates under the age of 35 who are completing or have completed a post-graduate degree across any area of STEM. Applicants will be asked to participate in a pitch competition and present their research project, initiative or business idea to a high-calibre jury and the general public.
The two successful applicants will be awarded A$10,000 each to cover the cost of flights, accommodation and per diems. In addition, she will be offered the opportunity to participate in a German language course at the Goethe-Institut before the commencement of the internship.
Selection criteria:
- Currently enrolled in university
- Currently a postdoc
- Received a Master’s degree no more than 7 years ago or
- Received a PhD no more than 5 years ago
Applicants will be asked to prepare a 2-page research project, initiative or business idea proposal which addresses the following:
- Project summary
- Outline of work
- Objectives and outcomes
- CV
The two successful applicants will be awarded A$10,000 each to cover the cost of flights, accommodation and per diems. In addition, she will be offered the opportunity to participate in a German language course at the Goethe-Institut before the commencement of the internship.
The STEM Internship is organised by the Goethe-Institut Australia and funded through Friends of Goethe.
- March 2024 – Call-out for applications
- 15 May 2024 – Application deadline
- June 2024 – Shortlist and interviews / Announcement of successful applicant
- August - December 2024 (depending on the project) – Commencement and completion of internship
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, based in Germany, is the world’s leading applied research organisation. By prioritising key technologies for the future and commercialising its findings in business and industry, it plays a major role in the innovation process. A trailblazer and trendsetter in innovative developments and research excellence, it helps shape our society and our future. Founded in 1949, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft currently operates 76 institutes and research units throughout Germany.
„The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft welcomes applications. Please refer to Institutes and Research Establishments in Germany (fraunhofer.de) for more detailed information. The following Fraunhofer Institutes are particularly interested in hosting Australian scientists:
- Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST,
- Fraunhofer Institute for Experimental Software Engineering IESE,
- Fraunhofer Institute for Structural Durability and System Reliability LBF,
- Fraunhofer Institute for Algorithms and Scientific Computing SCAI,
- Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS,
- Fraunhofer Institute for Electronic Nano Systems ENAS
- Profile on Friends of Goethe website/social media
- Talk at an event for Friends of Goethe stakeholders and donors
- One scholarly journal article
- One conference presentation or panel discussion
- Interview for the Goethe-Website
- Participate in other events as required
- The scholarship is not open to German citizens
- The applicant's main residence must be in Australia
- The winner must complete their scholarship before 31 December 2024
Christoph Mücher
Director Goethe-Institut Australia
andrea.scheck@goethe.de
