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.
Featured
Build for Ukraine
Build for Ukraine (IAP 2025) is a project-based class, which is run like an extended hackathon and is open to all members of the MIT community. The class focuses on several topics, including disinformation, energy resilience, prostheses, drone detection, and demining for Ukraine. Week 1 comprises background lectures and team formation; weeks 2-4 are dedicated to project development, culminating in final presentations on Thursday, January 30.
Intro to Ukrainian Language and Culture
Intro to Ukrainian Language and Culture (IAP 2025) introduces students to the foundations of Ukrainian language and essential communication skills. It surveys topics in Ukrainian history, diverse Ukrainian culture and art through looking at major works and figures in literature, music, cinematography, visual and performance arts. The class gives students the opportunity to learn, discover, create, and have fun... including a taste of Ukrainian cuisine!