The YSSP is a three-month mentored research program. It consists of three aspects:

Mentored Research: Over three months, you will work with your IIASA mentor on a research project that opens up new ideas and perspectives. Together, you will shape a focused project that can be accomplished during the summer. It may contribute directly to your PhD—for example, laying the groundwork for a thesis chapter or research paper—or offer an opportunity to explore a new research direction. It is expected that approximately 70% of your YSSP time will be spent on this aspect.

YSSP Training Program - tailored to early career researchers to build their skills and knowledge through seminars, workshops, and talks. It is expected that approximately 20% of your YSSP time will be spent on this aspect.

YSSP social program - helps participants build connections within their cohort and across the institute. It is expected that approximately 10% of your YSSP time will be spent on this aspect.

Where

Participation is in person, at IIASA, Laxenburg, Austria.

Laxenburg can be reached via public transport in 30 minutes from Vienna.

When

  • 1  June – 27 August (3 months)
  • Note: Above are the program dates (inclusive).  You will need to schedule a few days either side of the program to allow for re-allocation to Austria and associated administrative tasks.

Working hours

  • The YSSP is a full- time program.
  • Participants are expected to be at IIASA during IIASA’s working hours: Monday–Thursday 08:30–17:30, Friday 08:30–15:00
  • Home Office: No

Leave

  • Particpants are allowed to take 5 days leave.

Working Language

The working language of IIASA is English. Participants must be proficient in English.

Applications do not need to provide proof of their English skills with a certificate –English proficiency will be checked via a short online interview.

Visa

For participants who need a visa to participate in the program. IIASA will inform you of the necessary visa process upon acceptance to the program.

Funding

See Funding.

Costs

IIASA does not charge a tuition fee to participate in the program.

Participants should budget for accommodation, meals, local transport, health insurance, and other personal expenses. Further information can be found here