Google is inviting applications for its PhD Fellowship Program. Specifically, this program recognizes outstanding graduate students doing exceptional work in computer science and related fields. Consequently, fellows receive unique support to pursue their research without financial distraction.
Program Overview
This is a corporate research fellowship. Therefore, it connects students directly with Google’s research teams. By joining, fellows are assigned a Google Research Mentor to guide their work.
Key Benefits
Fellows receive funding and industry mentorship. Specifically, the benefits include:
- Stipend: Full tuition and fees plus a stipend for living expenses (varies by region).
- Mentorship: Match with a Google Research Mentor.
- Network: Inclusion in the global Google PhD Fellow community.
- Duration: Up to 3 years of support.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, an applicant must be a full-time graduate student. Crucially, you must be nominated by your university (direct applications are not accepted in most regions).
- Status: Must be enrolled in a PhD program.
- Field: Computer Science or related fields (AI, Systems, HCI, etc.).
- Coursework: Must have completed graduate coursework by the start of the fellowship.
Application Process
- Deadline: May 2026 (Varies by region; universities have earlier internal deadlines).
- Submission: Universities submit nominations; students cannot apply directly.
- Requirements: Research proposal, CV, and transcripts.
