Summer Internship Programs
Online summer internships in core bioinformatics, genomics and AI-driven drug discovery: hands-on, industry-oriented skill development training with live sessions and a final project.
- 1 or 2 monthsSummer tracks
- Live onlineMon–Fri evenings
- 3 tracksBioinformatics, genomics, drug discovery
Next intake
Summer 2027 · dates TBA
- Summer 2026Intake closed
- Duration1 or 2 months
- ModeLive online (Google Meet)
- IncludesFinal project
Summer 2026 tracks
Three ways to spend your summer
Tracks from the most recent summer. Topics for 2027 will be announced with the next intake.
Bioinformatics
From Base Pairs to Big Data: Bioinformatics Bootcamp
A broad bootcamp across the main areas of bioinformatics, ending with project work.
- Databases, tools, alignment, primer design and phylogenetics
- Proteomics: molecular modeling and docking
- Programming in R, Python and Biopython
- Machine learning and AI for bioinformatics
- NGS data analysis
- Cancer genomics
- Network biology
- Project work
Genomics
Decode the Genome: Comprehensive Bioinformatics Bootcamp
A genomics-focused bootcamp using Linux and command-line tools.
- Bioinformatics, biological databases and sequence alignment
- Introduction to Linux
- Genomics and NGS
- RNA-Seq data analysis
- WES data analysis
- Genome assembly and annotation
- Population genomics and GWAS
Drug discovery
Bioinformatics & AI for Modern Drug Discovery
Accelerate drug discovery with AI, QSAR and docking.
- Foundations of bioinformatics and computational drug discovery
- Machine learning and QSAR modeling
- Virtual screening and molecular docking
- ADME and toxicity prediction, and interpreting results
Who should apply
Eligibility
- Students in B.Sc., B.Tech., M.Sc., M.Tech., B.Pharm, M.Pharm or PhD programs in life sciences or computer science
- Postdocs and research scholars
- Teaching and industry professionals
What’s included
Program benefits
- Live, instructor-led sessions
- Recordings of every session
- Workshop materials
- Final project
- Certificate on completing and submitting the project
- Online technical support after the program
Fees
Summer 2026 fees
Fees for summer 2027 will be confirmed with the next intake. Early-bird and group discounts were offered in 2026.
| Category | 1 month (INR / USD) | 2 months (INR / USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Students (up to Master’s) | ₹5,999 / USD 80 | ₹7,499 / USD 100 |
| PhD scholars | ₹6,499 / USD 90 | ₹7,999 / USD 110 |
| Postdocs / research scholars | ₹6,999 / USD 100 | ₹8,499 / USD 120 |
| Staff / faculty | ₹7,499 / USD 110 | ₹8,999 / USD 135 |
| Industry professionals | ₹7,999 / USD 120 | ₹9,999 / USD 150 |
Teaching team
Instructors
ANAnchal NegiBioinformatician, CBIRT
SMDr. Shikha MittalBioinformatics Trainer, CBIRT
AADr. Ajitha AntonyBioinformatics Trainer, CBIRT
TADr. Tamanna AnwarFounder, CBIRT
FAQ
Common questions
When does the next summer internship start?
Summer 2027 dates will be announced in spring. Click Notify me or message us on WhatsApp to hear first.
Do I need prior experience?
The bioinformatics bootcamp suits beginners. The genomics and drug discovery tracks expect a basic understanding of bioinformatics.
What if I miss a live session?
Every session is recorded, and you get access to the recordings.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. The certificate is awarded on completing and submitting the final project.
Planning your summer?
Get notified when summer 2027 opens, or ask us which track suits you.