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Internship

University of Cambridge

Phillipa Fawcett Internship Programme

United KingdomUndergraduateMaster'sEntry ID: PR-56980

The Philippa Fawcett Internship Programme is a funded summer research programme intended for women and non-binary students in mathematics who are in their late undergraduate (second year and above) or Master’s studies. The programme offers an opportunity to gain first-hand experience as a researcher at the Centre for Mathematical Sciences (CMS) at the University of Cambridge. Interns will work on research projects under the guidance of leading mathematicians, developing their research skills and contributing to ongoing research.

Programme Summary:

  • 3-4 funded placements are available for Summer 2025
  • Each internship will run for 8 weeks: Monday 7 July to Friday 29 August 2025
  • Interns will be paid the National Living Wage, plus holiday pay
  • All placements are in person and will be based at the Centre for Mathematical Sciences, University of Cambridge
  • Interns will be mentored by current PhD students and integrated into the relevant research group / department for the duration of the placement
  • Two-step application process:
    1. Expression of Interest (deadline: 21 February 2025 for external applicants, 28 February 2025 for Cambridge Mathematics students)
    2. Final application (deadline: 24 March 2025)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be:

  • a woman or non-binary student.
  • currently registered at a higher education institution in the UK or abroad (University of Cambridge included)
  • an individual who will have completed at least their second year (Part IB) of undergraduate studies and at most their masters (Part III) or equivalent in a mathematical subject when the internship begins in summer 2024
  • able to demonstrate a strong record of academic performance
  • an individual with an interest in undertaking a research postgraduate degree (MPhil or PhD)
  • a student who does not have significant prior research experience

For thorough eligibility and selection information, visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.