Young Weizmann Scholars

Young Weizmann Scholars is a program at the Weizmann Institute that is designed for undergraduate students in Israeli institutions of higher learning who are studying science. The program was developed to support and develop the interest of undergraduate students in pursuing a career in the sciences and strengthen their curiosity and commitment through real laboratory experiences. Participation in the program provides a unique educational opportunity to join a research group and be involved in experimental or theoretical research under the direct guidance of scientists at the Institute.

Participating WSoS Boards of Studies

• Chemical Sciences
• Physical Sciences
• Mathematics & Computer Science
   

Customized Program - Summer 2024

As a participant in the Young Weizmann Scholars program, you will join a research group at the Weizmann Institute of Science. You will have the flexibility to tailor the duration of your participation for a period of up to eight weeks during the summer months of 2024 (July-October), according to your needs.

The start date of your participation in your research group, as well as practical requirements, will be coordinated and agreed upon with the head of the research group.

Continuous participation on the Weizmann Institute of Science campus in Rehovot throughout the agreed-upon period is mandatory.

The program also includes lectures, workshops, laboratory tours, and opportunities to connect with scientists and students from the Weizmann Institute.

Financial Awards for Participants - Summer 2024

Participants in the full eight-week program will receive a payment of 15,000 NIS. For shorter durations, payment will be adjusted accordingly.

Payment is subject to the supervisor's approval and submission of a final project.
 

Framework - Yearly Program

As a participant in the program, you will be required to join the activities of your research group for at least four hours per week for eight months throughout the academic year, in order to maximize the success and benefits of the program.

Alternatively, the work can be done during the summer months as mentioned above.

In both configurations the exact starting point of your association with the research group as well as what is practically expected of you should be coordinated and agreed upon directly with the Head of the research group.

If you are interested in expanding your scientific activities beyond the minimum required by the program, you are encouraged to do so. The WSoS is happy to try to provide whatever support or assistance is necessary in order to facilitate this kind of participation.

Participants in the program have an official status at the Institute that is equivalent to that of visiting students. As a result, all participants are required to follow the WSoS regulations including the code of ethics, WIS intellectual property guidelines, WIS safety rules, etc..

Financial Awards for Participants - Yearly Program

While the primary and obvious benefit of this program is educational - the privilege of being part of a research group and contributing to scientific research at the Institute -participants in the program also receive a more tangible benefit: A grant of NIS 15,000, received in two equal payments. This money is designed to cover any expenses and to make it easier to participate in the program’s activities.

Who is Eligible

If you are a science major in your second or third year of a three-year program, or in your fourth year of a four-year program, then you are eligible to apply. If you are a student of Mathematics & Computer Science, you are eligible to apply to the program in the third year of a three-year program or in the fourth year of a four-year program.

Applicants to the program must meet the following minimum academic requirements:

• Candidates must have a sincere interest in scientific research.
• Candidates are not required to have prior experience with scientific research, but having such experience is an advantage.
• Candidates must be fluent in English.
• Candidates must have a grade point average of at least 85.

Application Deadline

The application deadline for participation in the program is as follows:

• For participation throughout the summer: from April 1^st until July 15^th. Please note that all applications submitted by this date will be considered as candidates for the summer program.
• For participation throughout the year: from July 1^st until October 31^st .

How to apply

To apply to the program, you need to complete an online application form. In addition, you are required to upload the required documents listed below:

• CV: Your CV should include information about prior experience with experimental or theoretical research, where relevant.
• Passport photo: The first page of your CV should include a passport photo.
• Transcript (with the logo of your university): You should submit an official transcript signed by the appropriate authority at your university.
• Copy of your Israeli ID card.
• Letters of reference: Letters of reference are NOT required but they are an advantage. Letters of reference must be sent by the recommenders directly to the relevant  Faculty Coordinator at the WSoS.