ZHdK GameLab Summer Interactive Media Research Traineeship

Six-month research internship at the ZHdK GameLab, building experimental game mechanics, narrative puzzles, and embodied physical controllers.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Enrolled Master's or final year Bachelor's student in Game Design, Computer Science, or Interaction Design
English language proficiency: English C1
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Playable game build or interactive digital media prototype
Recommendation letters: One professor recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: CHF 2,200/month research stipend + access to Toni-Areal prototyping workshops
Application fee: CHF 0
Tuition / joining costs: Not applicable (funded graduate internship)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Zurich University of the Arts documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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