UGRIP Summer 2026, Fully Funded Undergraduate Internship in UAE
The MBZUAI Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP) 2026 is a fully funded summer internship in Abu Dhabi for international undergraduate students. Interns will work on cutting-edge research projects in artificial intelligence and machine learning for four weeks (May 31 – June 26, 2026) alongside students and faculty from around the world at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI).
Participants will gain hands-on experience in various areas, including machine learning, natural language processing, speech recognition, machine translation, chatbots, robotics, smart cities, and data analytics. The program offers strong mentorship, exposure to both applied and theoretical research, and guidance for future academic and career paths.
University: MBZUAI Location: Abu Dhabi
Duration: 4 weeks Level: Undergraduate
Benefits: Monthly stipend, Round-trip airfare, Free accommodation, Health insurance, Cultural and social activities, Recreational trips to Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Eligibility: Minimum CGPA 3.5/4.0 (or equivalent), STEM majors only (CS, AI, EE, Math, Physics), English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 90 or equivalent)
Required Documents: University enrollment and graduation verification letter, Official academic transcript, Statement of purpose, Achievements/awards (if any), Proof of English proficiency, Valid passport copy. All documents must be in English and officially verified
Application Deadline: 28 February 2026
