Streaming music, withdrawing money, forecasting the weather or looking into space - mathematics makes all of this possible. Learn how to apply mathematical theories to real-world practices.
The JKU Young Scientists program in Mathematics gives you an opportunity to meet internationally renowned researchers and experts. You not only learn from them during workshop sessions, you will also learn more about prospective careers and degree programs.
As a JKU Young Scientist, you have a unique opportunity to complete a summer internship at the JKU or at a well-known company in Upper Austria.
Contact
Phone
Program Director
Dr. Georg Grasegger
Capacity
Max. 30
Number of Workshops
6 (3 WS + 3 SS)
Sign Up
Sign up for 2025 (Summer Semester) beginning February 4 to March 2, 2025.
Eligibility Requirements
- Students at schools in Upper Austria in the 10th class (6th class AHS, 2nd class BHS) and higher who are particularly interested in mathematics may take part.
- The number of participants is limited to 30.
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Workshops
The JKU Young Scientists in Mathematics program is offered twice a year. This means you can decide for yourself if you want to take part in the program during the Winter Semester and/or during the Summer Semester. The workshops have been designed to provide insight into the many facets of mathematics.
2024/2025 Academic Year - Summer Semester
Topic | Date | Time | Instructor | Location |
Deadline | March 2, 2025 | 11.59 PM | Online | |
1st Workshop | tbd | tbd | tbd | tbd |
2nd Workshop | tbd | tbd | tbd | tbd |
3rd Workshop | tbd | tbd | tbd | tbd |
Closing Ceremony | October 2025 | 5.00 PM | tbd | tbd |
2024/2025 Academic Year - Winter Semester
Topic | Date | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Deadline | November 20, 2024 | 11.59 PM | Online | |
Wie die Addition die Kurve kriegt | November 22, 2024 | 02.00-05.00 PM | Dr. Georg Grasegger | Science Park 2, Rm S2 219 |
Kick-Off and Partner Fair | November 22, 2024 | 5.00-7.00 PM | Management Center, HS 16 | |
CV/Application Review | November 29, 2024 | 3.30-5.00 PM | Mag. Alexandra Slezak | Science Park 5, Rm 101 |
Spiel, Satz, Sieg: Der strategische Weg zur Null im Dartsport | December 13, 2024 | 02.00-05.00 PM | Philipp Langgruber | Science Park 2, Rm S2 219 |
Geometry for triangle meshes | January 24, 2025 | 02.00-05.00 PM | Jana Vráblíková | Science Park 2, Rm S2 219 |
Closing Ceremony | October 2025 | 5.00 PM | tbd |
Summer Internship
Those who attend the 3 scheduled workshops can apply for a paid summer internship at the Johannes Kepler University Linz during the summer of 2025. It is, however, up to the individual institutes to decide which intern will be accepted. Participation in the program does not automatically guarantee an internship position.
We would like to thank our cooperation partners for supporting the JKU Young Mathematics Scientists program in 2024/25:
Please note!
When signing up, please indicate whether or not you are interested in a summer internship. You will be notified regarding additional information about available internship positions.
Program Overview
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