Program structure

The Robotics Student Fellowship program at ETH RobotX initiative is devoted to carrying out research in one of the labs associated to the program.

• Time frame: 01 July – 31 August. Please note that the time and duration of the fellowship is fixed and there are not exceptions.
• Eligibility. Master’s students worldwide with an expected graduation date earliest during the spring semester the year after the 2-​month fellowship (Last-year undergrad students with outstanding performance at a top school are also eligible).
• Research experience. Fellows will pursue a research project that aligns with a chosen lab of their interest as part of a research group within the RobotX initiative. This includes interacting and collaborating with group members.
• Networking and socializing. A number of on-​site socializing events will help fellows to get to know people outside their respective research groups, including current ETH students at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Financial award. Fellows will receive a stipend of CHF 4,000 to cover housing and living expenses. 
• Travel costs. Travel and visa expenses will be covered. Students can claim the travel costs against receipts at the beginning of the program up to CHF 1,200 for overseas flights and CHF 500 for shorter distances. Only Economic class (with one checked baggage) and 2nd class train tickets are eligible for reimbursement. The final amount is determined on a per case basis.
  
• Accommodation. The program provides accommodation for all fellows and paid for out of the stipends beforehand.