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Do you like machine learning, computer vision, and visual data and are an undergraduate student? The KAIST Visual AI Group Winter Internship is an unbelievable chance to get a research opportunity in one of the most advanced institutes in South Korea, the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) in Daejeon. Throughout the world-renowned research projects, technical tutorials, code projects, and weekly discussions over a span of about eight weeks, participants are tutored on topics of computer programming and technology under the guidance of professional mentors. The internship is also suitable among students who would like to undertake graduate studies or establish a career in AI and computer vision. The program will run between December 22, 2025, and February 27, 2026 and the applications will be closed on November 15, 2025.
Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
| Host Country | South Korea |
| Organization | KAIST Visual AI Group |
| Duration | 8 weeks (Winter 2025–26) |
| Coverage | Paid stipend (for Korea-enrolled students) + lab facilities |
| Eligibility | Undergraduate students worldwide |
| Deadline | November 15, 2025 |
Detailed Description
The KAIST Visual AI Group Winter Internship is an opportunity open to ambitious undergraduate students to engage in practical research in one of the leading science and technology universities in Asia. The internship will take eight weeks whereby the interns will be on fulltime basis and they must be physically present at the KAIST campus in Daejeon.
The participants will be exposed to advanced issues in:
- Diffusion and flow models are examples of generative models.
- LLM/VLM Multimodal foundation models.
- 3D information, spatial intelligence, neural rendering, and video generation.
The program consists of tutorials, small-scale research projects, and weekly discussions of technical papers. Interns are also provided with an opportunity to pitch their own ideas of the project and be mentored by the top researchers in the field of Visual AI.
Scholarship/Program Benefits
- Stipend payment to qualified interns who are students in Korean universities.
- Availability of advanced laboratory services and computer systems.
- Practical research experience supervision at KAIST faculty and PhD scholars.
- Seminars and weekly meetings on the recent trends in the domains of AI and computer vision.
- Possibility to suggest the independent research opportunities and create a portfolio project.
- Experience in Asian culture and networking with one of the most reputable Asian universities.
Eligibility Criteria
In order to be eligible to the KAIST Visual AI Group Winter Internship, the applicants should:
- Be currently pursuing undergraduate degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, data science or similar degree.
- Possess fundamental knowledge of deep learning or computer vision (not essential but desired)
- Demonstrate enthusiasm in AI research and have skills in Python or other applicable systems.
- Be capable of spending the whole time of internship in South Korea.
- Stipend is available to students studying in Korean universities, and others can be involved on nonpayment basis.
Required Documents
To apply, the applicants will be required to compile the following documents:
- Updated academic transcript
- CV or resume showing academic experience, research experience and technical expertise.
- Proof of university enrollment
- (Optional) Other supporting materials like certificates, publications or project reports.
Application Process
- Go to the internship webpage of the KAIST Visual AI Group.
- Complete the online application form and fill in with personal, academic and research information.
- Be uploading your transcript and resume.
- Send your application within the deadline.
- The shortlisted candidates will be contacted with the additional information about travelling, accommodation, and orientation.
Deadline
Application Deadline: November 15, 2025 (23:59 KST)
Applicants are advised to apply early to allow sufficient time for visa arrangements and travel preparations.
How to Apply
To apply, visit the official website below:
FAQs
1. Can international students apply?
Yes. The internship can be applied by undergraduate students all over the world. The paid stipend is however only applicable to students enrolled in the Korean universities.
2. Is the internship fully on-site?
Yes. During the whole program, participants will be required to be located physically in Daejeon, South Korea.
3.Do I need prior experience in AI or machine learning?
No. Research experience in the field of deep learning or computer vision is not required but the applicant possessing such knowledge will have an opportunity.
4. Is housing provided for international students?
Yes. Non-local or international intern-students within the KAUST are usually accommodated in the student dormitories.
5. Can I extend the internship beyond eight weeks?
Exceptional interns may have their extensions taken into consideration, based on the availability of labs and research progress.
5. What type of projects will I work on?
Under the guidance of KAIST faculty and graduate mentors, interns will conduct research projects on generative AI, diffusion models, 3D vision, or similar fields.
