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Join the Future of AI: Google DeepMind Research Ready Programme

Are you ready to unlock your potential and step into the world of artificial intelligence? In partnership with Google DeepMind, the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Hg Foundation, Cardiff School of Technologies is offering an 8-week fully funded summer internship for 12 computer science-related undergraduates from underrepresented socio-economic backgrounds.

The programme is designed to equip you with comprehensive foundation in AI by balancing academic rigour, practical experience, and entrepreneurial agility. Through a venture studio approach, you will develop collaborative, hands-on experience in real-world applications of AI, and product development opportunities. Simultaneously, tailored lecture series and engaging mentorship from diverse and vibrant research centres based in Cardiff School of Technologies will deepen your theoretical understanding and foster curiosity, promoting a strong research mindset. This ensures you will develop technical skills and the ability to innovate and explore AI’s potential in academic and entrepreneurial contexts.

Who is This Course For

This internship is available to recent graduates or students (in their final or penultimate year of study) in a computer science or AI related subject from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Please make sure you meet the following criteria before applying:

Essential Criteria (all required)

  • Must be a resident of the UK and eligible to pay UK home fees.
  • Must have the right to live and work full time in the UK for the duration of the programme.
  • Must be in the penultimate or final year of an undergraduate degree or have recently completed an undergraduate degree in computer science, AI, or a related subject.
  • Must not be currently enrolled in or have completed a Master’s or PhD programme.

Socioeconomic Criteria (at least one required)

  • Eligible for free school meals during secondary education.
  • Residing in an area ranked in the lowest two deciles according to deprivation indices like WIMD or POLAR.
  • Experienced care from a local authority at any point.
  • In receipt of full state support for maintenance during their undergraduate studies.

Applicants passing all the Essential Criteria and one of the Socioeconomic Criteria will be evaluated across the following categories:

  1. Academic Performance: scored based on your academic performance in relevant modules.
  2. Motivation and Potential: scored based on the personal statement and recommendation letter(s) to identify strong personal drive and commitment to research in AI.
  3. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Scored to identify students from underrepresented groups, including women, black, Asian, mixed, and minority ethnic backgrounds.

What Can You Expect?

The internship blends theoretical learning with practical application, equipping you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel in AI-related careers or postgraduate research. Here’s what’s offered through the programme:

  • AI Expertise: Weekly lectures on machine learning, data ethics, privacy, and responsible AI principles. Explore how AI is transforming industries like healthcare, computer vision, and large language models.
  • Entrepreneurial Innovation: Work in small groups to design and develop a product and business model for a mock AI start-up. Experience the dynamic world of entrepreneurship while tackling real-world challenges.
  • Real-World Insights: Engage with industry leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs through guest lectures and case study sessions, gaining valuable perspectives on the practical applications and societal impact of AI. The opportunity of a “Dragons’ Den”-style finale where you’ll present your project to experts.
  • Community and Support: Benefit from tailored mentoring and an inclusive, collaborative learning environment that fosters peer interaction, confidence building, and leadership development.

Course Includes

  • An 8-week internship placement at Cardiff School of Technologies, Llandaff Campus from 1st June 2025 – 25th July 2025.
  • A generous stipend, travel support and free accommodation.
  • Mentorship from experienced academics and active researchers at Cardiff School of Technologies.
  • Lectures in AI and cutting-edge developments, such as large language models, computer vision, and AI in healthcare, as well as Guest Lectures from industry, entrepreneurs and policy makers.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via this form by Wednesday 19th March 2025.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide:

  • University Transcript / Profile of Marks
  • Details of your referee
  • Personal Statement

Contact

For any administrative queries, please contact: cst-deepmind@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

For any other queries about the course, please contact the programme lead, Dr Imtiaz Khan, at IKhan@cardiffmet.ac.uk.