Since 1977, IIASA’s annual 3-month Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP) offers research opportunities to talented young researchers whose interests correspond with IIASA’s ongoing research on issues of global environmental, economic and social change. From June through August accepted participants work within the Institute’s research programs under the guidance of IIASA scientific staff. Funding is provided through IIASA's National Member Organizations.

Program Areas

- Advanced Systems Analysis
- Energy
- Evolution and Ecology
- Ecosystem Services and Management
- Mitigation of Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gases
- World Population
- Risk Policy and Vulnerability
- Transitions to New Technologies
- Water

Who should apply?

- you are an advanced graduate student (about 2 years prior to receiving a PhD)
- your field is compatible with ongoing research at IIASA
- your would like to explore the policy implications of your work
- applicants from all countries are welcome, although IIASA gives priority to citizens or residents of NMO countries.

For more details about the program:
http://www.iiasa.ac.at/web/home/education/yssp/about.html