BANDUNG, fmipa.itb.ac.id, -We are pleased to announce the selected participants for the prestigious KAIST Internship Program 2025. This program offers a unique opportunity for students to gain international research experience and broaden their academic horizons at one of Asia’s leading institutions, the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST).

After a rigorous selection process involving 36 applicants, we have selected 8 outstanding students—4 undergraduate and 4 master’s students—to represent our department and ITB in this exciting academic endeavour.

Selection Criteria

The selection was based on a comprehensive evaluation of the following:

• Academic performance (GPA)
• English proficiency
• Student achievements and extracurricular activities at ITB
• Motivation statement
• Laboratory selection

We commend all applicants for their enthusiasm and strong applications. The final decision was made after careful consideration by the selection committee.

Selected Students

1. Duke Ariqoh – Undergraduate, Physics
2. Aufa Dirham Hafizh – Undergraduate, Physics
3. Rafiq Althaf R. Harjadinata – Undergraduate, Physics
4. Afifah Ulya Nadira – Undergraduate, Physics
5. Yulia Miftah Hul Janah – Master, Nuclear Science and Engineering
6. Reksa Akbar Kinasih Gusti – Master, Physics
7. Deni Kartika – Master, Physics
8. Fadhil Muddasir – Master, Physics Teaching

About the ITB–KAIST Partnership

The collaboration between Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) and Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) began in 2009, marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on February 2, 2009. This partnership was established to foster bilateral academic exchanges and collaborative research initiatives. The first milestone of this cooperation was the launch of the “Undergraduate Internship Program 2010,” which laid the foundation for a series of successful academic exchanges and joint programs between the two institutions.

Program History and Impact

Since the program’s inception in 2010, the KAIST Internship Program has consistently supported student exchanges between ITB and KAIST. Over the years, the number of participants has varied, with an average of 6 to 8 students selected annually. As of 2024, a total of 92 students from ITB have participated in this prestigious program, reflecting the sustained strength and continuity of this academic partnership.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the selected students. We are confident that you will represent ITB with excellence and make the most of this invaluable experience.

Participating Laboratories at KAIST

The selected students will be hosted by various research groups within the Department of Physics at KAIST, each specializing in cutting-edge topics across multiple domains of physics. The participating labs for this year’s internship program are grouped into the following research areas:

• Condensed Matter: Materials
  • Prof. Yong-Kwan Kim
  • Prof. Yongsoo Yang
• Condensed Matter: Mesoscopics & Spintronics
  • Prof. Eunseong Kim
  • Prof. Hyungsoon Choi
• Optics, Photonics, and Atomic Physics
  • Prof. Minkyo Seo
  • Prof. Yonghoon Cho
  • Prof. Beomki Min
  • Prof. Sangmin Lee
• Particle Physics and Astronomy
  • Prof. Junhan Kim
  • Prof. Heeyeon Kim

These laboratories offer a rich and diverse research environment, providing ITB students with the opportunity to engage in advanced scientific exploration and international collaboration.

Stay tuned for more updates on their journey and achievements during the internship! [AU]