US technology company NVIDIA has invited applications for its Graduate Fellowship Programme for the 2027-28 academic year, offering grants of up to $60,000 to PhD students conducting research in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, autonomous vehicles and related fields.

The fellowship is open to eligible students from around the world.

Fellowship benefits

Selected candidates will receive grants of up to $60,000, which will be administered by their universities. The funds can cover student stipends, tuition fees and mandatory academic fees.

As part of the programme, fellows must complete a summer internship at a designated NVIDIA research office before the start of the 2027-28 academic year. They must be available to attend the internship in person.

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must be pursuing a PhD in computer science, computer engineering, systems architecture, electrical engineering or a related discipline.

They must have completed at least the first year of their PhD and be actively conducting research related to their dissertation or thesis.

Candidates must remain full-time PhD students throughout the nine-month fellowship period. Those expecting to complete their PhD during this period are not eligible.

Applicants must also be able to commit to the required in-person summer internship at a designated NVIDIA research office.

Full-time NVIDIA employees and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply.

Required documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• A research summary or proposal of no more than two pages. References may be included and will not count towards the page limit.
• A curriculum vitae (CV) containing contact information.
• At least two letters of recommendation, including one from a research supervisor or professor. Applicants may submit a maximum of three letters.
• Confirmation of their willingness to participate in the required in-person summer internship.

How to apply

Interested candidates must create a profile on the NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship application portal and complete the application form with the required information and supporting documents.

Application deadline: 15 January 2027.