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NCL Internships

NCL Internships are open to all current Newcastle University students and provide a unique opportunity to gain valuable graduate level work experience alongside your course.  

Opportunities are advertised throughout the year and you find all current vacancies on My Career by searching ‘NCL Internship’  

The following NCL Internships are advertising on MyCareer right now:  

Role title, company name: Web Development Intern (R&D Project), ROXID

Student requirements: This internship is open to all Newcastle University students.

Closing date: 14/04/2025

Dates and times: This internship will take place between May and June 2025 for 50 hours, with the possibility of an extension up to 150 hours. You will undertake on average 10 hours per week, with hours flexible around your course during term time and over the summer vacation. The internship will take place at business premises.

Bursary/wage: £625 Bursary

Role overview: We’re seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Web Development Intern to build a sleek, modern website that showcases the outcomes of our new R&D project. You’ll collaborate closely with our Graphic Design Intern to bring visual concepts to life and deliver a polished, interactive digital experience.

For more information and to apply, click on this link https://mycareer.ncl.ac.uk/leap/jobs.html?id=85214&service=Careers%20Service

Role title, company name: PhD Scholarship Opportunities Reviewer, Newcastle University

Student requirements: This internship is open to all Newcastle University students.

Closing date: 13/04/2025

Dates and times: This internship is expected to be for a total of 60 hours. You will work up to 20 hours per week between May and July 2025. Working days and times are flexible.

Bursary/wage: £14.46 per hour including holiday pay

Role overview: As an intern you will review and compile current funding opportunities in the relevant discipline areas, particularly focusing on international scholarships. A full briefing will be provided, and you will have a designated academic and professional services colleague to ask any questions to throughout the role.

For more information and to apply, click on this link https://mycareer.ncl.ac.uk/leap/jobs.html?id=85446&service=Careers%20Service

Role title: Marine Summer School Teaching Assistant, Newcastle University 

Student requirements: This internship is open to all Newcastle University students, although would be most suited to those studying Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology, Marine Biology, Marine Zoology, Animal Science, Earth Science or Physical Geography.

Closing date: 17/04/2025

Dates and times: This internship is expected to be for a total of 175 hours. You will work up to 35 hours per week between July and August 2025. Specific hours on advert.

Role overview: The Summers Schools are designed to inspire school pupils to get engaged with the natural environment, to become comfortable with science, and to consider university study in the future. You will be an important role model for the young people, and will develop valuable leadership skills for your CV.

For more information and to apply, click on this link https://mycareer.ncl.ac.uk/leap/jobs.html?id=85238&service=Careers%20Service

In addition to these internships, we are also advertising the following part time opportunity with the Careers Service:

Role title, company name: Careers Service CV Adviser

Student requirements: To be eligible to apply you must be a registered Newcastle University student throughout the 2025/26 academic year.

Closing date: 06/04/2025

Dates and times: May 2025 – June 2026. The exact weekly working hours will vary depending on demand and availability of appointments.

Bursary/wage: £14.46 per hour including holiday pay

Role overview: The Careers Service are looking for CV Advisers for next academic year. CV Advisers provide one to one CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile feedback to students and recent graduates of all degree disciplines and academic stages via appointments, email and at workshops and events.

For more information and to apply, click on this link: JobsOC: Careers Service CV Adviser – Application Form

Get in touch with us 

If you have any queries regarding careers and employment, big or small, no matter what stage you’re at, you can get advice by submitting your query via MyCareer. You can also find details of all the internships we’re currently advertising on MyCareer by clicking on Vacancies; Search Vacancies and then typing NCL Internship into the Quick Search box. 

Please visit www.ncl.ac.uk/careers to explore all we offer! 

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Placement Interview: Sanjana Muppasani, Roche

Student name: Sanjana Muppasani  

Company name: Roche Products Ltd  

Role: Product Development Data Sciences, Developer for AI Use Cases  

Why did you decide to do a placement? 

Before deciding to apply for a placement, I carefully considered the potential benefits and how it would align with my academic studies and future career aspirations. I recognized that gaining practical experience by applying my theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, particularly through AI projects, would be invaluable. 

I was seeking an opportunity that would help me identify my areas of interest and provide clarity regarding my future career path. I believed that managing multiple projects with varying requirements would enhance my time management and organizational skills. 

I also understood that such an experience would teach me essential life skills such as accountability and independence, which would not only benefit my university studies but also be crucial for my career and beyond. 

Overall, I saw applying for a placement as a vital step in bridging the gap between academic knowledge and professional expertise, setting a strong foundation for my future endeavours. With these considerations in mind, I was confident that pursuing a placement was the right decision. 

What does your placement involve? What are your role responsibilities? 

In my current placement, my role is heavily focused on programming and the development of AI use cases, with the aim of streamlining data ingestion processes to optimise clinical trials. Specifically, my responsibilities include: 

  • Engaging in both the creation of Proof of Concepts (POCs) and the execution of end-to-end system implementations. 
  • Using various AI technologies including Large Language Models (LLMs), General Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to enhance and automate data ingestion tasks. 
  • Working together with key stakeholders such as Data Management teams, Laboratory staff, and Medical Monitors to make sure the solutions meet their requirements and facilitate improved clinical trial workflows. 

Do you have any advice to students who are looking for / applying for a placement? 

Use key words from the job description in your cover letter. This helps you show how your skills are suited to the role and demonstrates that you are an ideal candidate for the position. 

After every interview or assessment, don’t hesitate to ask for feedback – it can give you valuable insights into how companies make their hiring decisions and how you can improve your performance. 

Use every interview as an opportunity to improve your self-confidence, interview skills, and mannerisms. Take time to reflect honestly on how each interview went to identify areas of improvement. 

Keep applying and don’t give up. Good things take time, and persistence will lead to success. 

While it may be tempting to use GenAI to draft your application or provide answers during video interviews, it’s important not to rely on it too much. Employers can see through this, and it often doesn’t reflect well on you. 

What support have you had from the university before and during your placement? 

The support I received from my university before and during my placement was immensely valuable. 

I found my placement opportunity through the university’s careers website. This platform was instrumental in my search and provided a comprehensive list of available placement opportunities. 

I reached out to the information advisers in the career’s service who helped me gain a deeper understanding of Roche before my interview. They provided me with insights about the company’s culture, values, and expectations, which were crucial in my preparation. 

The information advisers did mock interviews with me, and gave me honest, valuable feedback to help me improve my performance. The tips they gave me really helped build my confidence ahead of the actual assessment centre. 

The Careers Service were really helpful while I prepared for my interview. They helped me understand the different tasks that I might have to complete at the assessment centre and guided me through what to do, so I was well-informed and better prepared. 

What benefits will your placement have on your studies? 

The work I am doing on placement is closely related to the modules I have chosen for my third year. I’ve also been able to reinforce my understanding of the theoretical knowledge learnt at university by applying it in the real world. 

  • This experience has helped me identify my areas of interest within Computing, so I’m able to make better decisions about my future career. 
  • Managing multiple projects with varying requirements, time commitments, and technologies has significantly improved my time management skills. It has taught me how to effectively balance my time and take full accountability for my work. This is a valuable life skill that is applicable not only to my university experience but also in my future career and beyond. 
  • Working within a cross-functional department has helped me to develop my communication and presentation skills, which are crucial for professional success. 
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Games Industry employability seminars

Please see below for details of upcoming seminars from the UK Games Industry taking place in the Urban Science Building. Talks are free and open to all students.

Industry talks will start at 13:00 for around 40 minutes, with informal chats and feedback in the Game Lab (4:015) afterwards. Please be punctual and do not take photos.

More talks to be announced.