Applications close: Friday 31st January 2026. Apply now via Tyndall National Institute.
Kickstart Your Microelectronics Career in 2026 with Tyndall National Institute Semiconductor Summer Fellowships
Are you an Irish STEM student planning a career in semiconductors or ASIC design/verification? The Tyndall Institute and IPIC Summer Fellowship Programme offers a paid, 12 week immersive research experience that could be give you first-hand exposure to the exciting world of microelectronics and chip design.
With mentorship from award-winning researchers and access to start of the art labs, this programme is an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on skills that are highly sought after in Ireland’s semiconductor industry.
2026 Programme Highlights
- Duration: 12 weeks (2nd June – 21st August)
- Mentorship: Partner with senior researchers in your chosen area
- Facilities: Access top-class labs at Tyndall National Institute, IPIC and MCCI
- Workshops: Learn research commercialisation, scientific communication and more
- Flexibility: Blended lab and online supervision
Who Should Apply?
The Summer Fellowship Programme is open to undergraduate STEM students in Ireland (1st–4th year) studying:
- Science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics)
- Technology
- Engineering
- Mathematics
Students who have previously completed a Tyndall/IPIC/MCCI internship or are enrolled in a Masters/PhD are not eligible.
How is the Fellowship Supports a Microelectronics Career?
The fellowship isn’t just a summer programme, it’s a gateway into cutting-edge semiconductor research. Relevant research areas include:
- Compound Semiconductors
- Wafer Scale & Chip Technologies
- Health & Wellbeing
- Communications
- CMOS & Emerging Platforms
- Packaging & Integration
- Quantum
- Environment & Energy
These areas build skills directly relevant to ASIC design, verification and semiconductor engineering, positioning students for future careers in Ireland’s deep-tech sector.
How to Apply?
Applications close Friday, 31st January 2026. To apply, you must:
- Complete the Summer Fellowship Programme 2026 Application Form
- Send your CV to Dr Caitríona Tyndall by 31st January 2026
Apply Now for the 2026 Microelectronics Summer Fellowship in Ireland
Don’t miss out! applications for the 2026 Tyndall Summer Fellowship close 31 January 2026. Launch your ASIC career in Ireland and gain valuable experience in semiconductors, chip design and microelectronics research.
For context on Ireland’s evolving semiconductor ecosystem, check out our article on Silicon Island to see how Tyndall is playing a key role in advancing national chip research and talent development.