About
In response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has launched a comprehensive MIT-Ukraine Program to serve as a hub for MIT’s innovative technological and humanitarian responses. While the program was launched to address the mounting challenges resulting from the ongoing Russian war, it intends to partake in designing creative solutions and innovation supporting Ukraine’s reconstruction and democracy-building in the long-term future. Being a leading science, technology and engineering research university, MIT is perfectly positioned to mobilize students, faculty, and staff to participate in global efforts of preserving and rebuilding Ukraine.
Programs
MISTI Internships
MIT-Ukraine internships are aimed at completing hands-on projects for the Ukrainian government, NGOs, and business enterprises, either virtually or in select European countries.
Scientific Collaboration
MIT-Ukraine is participating in a number of collaborative research and educational initiatives designed to support Ukrainian scholars and the advancement of Ukrainian science.
Applied Coursework
MIT-Ukraine initiates and coordinates faculty-student projects on critical infrastructure, economic development, housing, logistics, and other relevant topics.
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Ukraine Leadership and Technology Academy (ULTA)
In 2023, MIT-Ukraine supported the launch and continues to support the programming of Ukraine Leadership and Technology Academy, a tuition-free educational program for Ukrainian high school students. ULTA envisions to empower and inspire the next generation of Ukrainian leaders by sharing world-class knowledge from MIT.
Intro to Ukrainian Language and Culture (21G.S08)
MIT-Ukraine proudly supports the newly established course at MIT, Intro to Ukrainian Language and Culture. Taught by Dr. Iryna Kovalchuk, it surveys a variety of topics in Ukrainian history, national identity, and diverse Ukrainian culture and art by looking at major figures in literature, music, cinematography, and visual arts. (IAP 2025, 9 units HASS-A)