Students are invited to apply for the Global Industry Fellowship Research Internship at Applus+ IDIADA in Spain. Applications for the 16-week research internship are accepted through 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15. The internship will take place from May to August.
Program overview
The Global Industry Fellowship Research Internship at IDIADA in Spain engages undergraduate and graduate students with the Florida Polytechnic University Global Industry Network through an internship (four months term) focused on advanced research and applied industry experience. This program brings together high-achieving participants from diverse disciplines to drive interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and global engagement.
Fellows undertake rigorous professional training, supervised research, contribute to high-impact industry research initiatives, and gain direct industry exposure while expanding their international networks and cultural experience. This immersive model cultivates technical excellence, applied leadership skills, and a global strategic perspective aligned with today’s innovation-driven economy.
Following an application review by the Florida Poly–IDIADA working group, candidates are shortlisted for the interview stage. The selection committee then conducts a competitive matching process aligned with available research projects and faculty expertise at Applus+ IDIADA.
The program evaluates applicants based on academic achievement, professional potential, clarity of purpose, strength of references and demonstrated alignment with the proposed research project.
Eligibility
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application
- Provide a statement of purpose outlining academic objectives and anticipated benefits of participation
- Provide one academic or professional letter of reference
- Be a sophomore or higher at the time of participation
- Provide proof of enrollment in international health insurance prior to departure
- Provide a passport copy
- Comply with IDIADA regulations and appointment offer into the program
- Complete the Florida Poly Study Abroad Approval Form, with all required signatures
All documents must be submitted to Study Abroad.
Benefits
- Direct access to the world-class facilities of Applus+ IDIADA, a global leader in intelligent mobility and advanced automotive research
- 16-week summer research internship advancing applied expertise in the student’s field of study
- €1,200 gross stipend per month
- Visa support for Spain
- Placement support package in Spain
- First month housing for the top applicant (May 20-June 20) at the Hipatia Dorms provided by the UPC
- Supervision by distinguished faculty and senior industry experts
- Mingle with a global network of luminaries in academia, industry and government
- Immersion in Spain’s innovation ecosystem, defined by applied research, agile industry partnerships and technological leadership
- Integrated academic and professional experience, combining research, skills development modules and cultural engagement
- Certificate of Completion awarded upon successful fulfillment of program requirements
Not included
- International airfare
- Personal travel expenses
- Health insurance. Students must purchase health insurance. For more information, visit the Florida Poly Risk Management Office or Office of Global Affairs.
- Housing costs
- Personal living expenses beyond the stipend
Application requirements
- Completed IDIADA application form
- Curriculum Vitae or resume (2-page maximum)
- Personal statement/program rationale (1-page maximum)
- One letter of recommendation
- Unofficial university transcripts
- Completed study abroad approval form with all required signatures
The completed dossier must be submitted to Study Abroad.
For more information, please contact Mustapha Achoubane, senior global affairs officer at Florida Poly; Dr. Ajeet Kaushik, associate professor of chemistry; or Dr. Jasmina Casals-Terré, from the Technical University of Catalonia-Barcelona Tech.