The MBZUAI Undergraduate Research Internship invites international students to apply for a fully funded, paid internship in the UAE. Participants will collaborate with talented students from the UAE and around the world on innovative research projects.
The internship takes place at the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi, a leading hub for sustainability research. Interns will explore advanced AI models to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and power. They will work alongside teams specializing in various fields, including natural language processing (NLP) applications like speech recognition, machine translation, and chatbots (e.g., ChatGPT), delving into both their potential and limitations.
The Computer Vision (CV) Department offers advanced graduate programs and groundbreaking research opportunities. Interns will collaborate with future tech leaders and work on creating algorithms for visual data analysis. This hands-on experience provides an excellent opportunity for networking and career growth in the technology sector.
Interns will receive mentorship from faculty members and senior students, helping them make informed decisions about further studies. The research focuses on both foundational and applied machine learning, with applications across industries like robotics, smart cities, business intelligence, online search optimization, and human genome analysis.
Internship Overview
- Host Country: UAE
- Host University: Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
- Internship Location: Abu Dhabi
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Internship Level: Undergraduate
Benefits
- Monthly stipend
- Round-trip airfare
- Accommodation provided
- Health insurance coverage
- Participation in cultural and social activities
- Recreational trips to Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate students in their 3rd, 4th, or 5th year of a STEM-related major
- Minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0
- Completion of the final semester after the internship
- English language proficiency, demonstrated by one of the following:
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 90
- IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.5
- EmSAT English: Minimum score of 1550
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How to Apply
- Register by creating a new account.
- Log in with your email and password.
- Complete the online application form, providing personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Review and submit your application.
Required Documents
- Official university document stating your registration status, admission date, program duration, and expected graduation date
- Academic transcript listing all completed courses
- Statement of purpose explaining your motivation, background, and achievements (e.g., awards or certificates)
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Colored photocopy of a valid passport
- All documents must be submitted in English, and academic documents must be stamped and verified by the university.
Application Deadline
- The internship will open in January 2025, with a deadline of February 28, 2025.