Fellowship for Medical Students 2026 at Bayer in Germany – Apply
The Fellowship for medical students 2026 applications are now open, offering outstanding candidates the opportunity to pursue international research projects, internships, and academic placements. As part of the prestigious scientific fellowships initiative, this program provides up to €10,000 in funding and supports global academic mobility for future doctors and healthcare innovators.
About the Fellowship By Bayer
The fellowships have been established in memory of Otto Bayer, former director of research at Bayer, Jeff Schell, co-founder of Plant Genetic Systems, now part of Bayer Crop Science, and Carl Duisberg, former Chairman of the Board of Management at Bayer. These scientific fellowships reflect a strong commitment to advancing research, innovation, and international academic collaboration across life sciences, agriculture, and healthcare sectors. In line with a commitment to gender equality in science, applications are strongly encouraged from women, individuals from low- & middle-income countries, parents with caring responsibilities for children, and individuals working within Germany with German as a second language.
Fellowship for Medical Students 2026
The application phase for the 2026 Fellowships Program is now open. Fellowships are offered for medical students. This medical student fellowship provides a valuable opportunity to join an international academic community and advance research careers through structured scientific training.
Who Can Apply?
Fellowship for Medical Sciences: For all students of human & veterinary medicine, applied medical sciences, data science in medicine, and public health.
This Fellowship for medical students is suitable for candidates aiming to build expertise through a structured doctor fellowship or progress toward a fellowship medical doctor career pathway.
What Can You Apply For?
Applicants are eligible for up to 10,000 € funding and can undertake fellowships for up to six months. The fellowship can be used for research projects, internships, and more. People studying in Germany must undertake placements in a second country, and those studying outside Germany must undertake their fellowships at a German research institution.
Application Process
Before beginning the application, candidates should read the complete application guidelines and FAQs, familiarize themselves with the application form, and collect all relevant documentation prior to submission.
Application phase: February 18 – April 15, 2026.
