Research Internship in Sheffield, United Kingdom

PROGRAM DATES: TBD
PROGRAM LENGTH: 8 WEEKS
CREDITS: EARN UP TO 6 CREDITS (Participants must enroll in Intern 301
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Intern on a research project with one of the leading research universities in the UK! With an international reputation in areas such as materials science, art and design, sports science and engineering, biomedicine, and economic and social research, students will be matched with a project that utilizes their interest, skillset and that aligns with their career goals. Voted one of the best cities in the UK for students in 2023, Sheffield is home to 60,000 students from over 150 countries.

Research Focus Areas

• Biomolecular Sciences Research Assistant
• Materials Science and Engineering Research Assistant
• Design for Health and Well-being Research
• Law Research Intern
• Social Sciences, Public Policy , Economics Research Intern
• Sustainable Innovations Research Intern

Program Eligibility

Student Applicants must:

• Be current, degree seeking undergraduate students in good academic and judicial standing at the time of application, and during the program. Applicants must be enrolled UTC undergraduates with a graduation date of December 2025 or later.
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Successfully complete all application steps listed below.

Before You Apply

Visit the API Research Internship in Sheffield website for full details including program length, credits, housing, and scholarship information. You will also need to select an internship/research focus area. Click on the research focus area links above or visit this page to see all available internship focus areas/opportunities. Please be sure to review the website, and selected internship page carefully before starting the application. The application form includes two questions based on information included on these webpages.

Application Materials

Save application materials (items 1 and 2 below) as either PDF or Microsoft Word files. You will submit your statement, and CV or resume with the electronic application.

1. Statement of Interest. Submitted with the electronic application.

The statement must address the 4 items listed below.

1. Background Information: Include your major, academic interests, extra/co-curricular activities, involvement in clubs and organizations, and any other non-academic information or accomplishments you wish to share.
2. Why do you want to participate in this program, and how do you see your participation “fitting in” with current and future academic and professional goals?
3. What can you contribute to this program? Describe your skills relevant to this experience. For example, you may address your time-management, communication, or organizational skills.
4. Explain why you selected this program location, and topic area. Also address how you will prepare to study abroad in the selected location. What do you know about this location?

2. A copy of your CV or Resume. Submitted with the e-application form.

Application Process

1. Review the program eligibility and responsibilities carefully.
2. Submit the application form.
3. Meet with Laura Livermore in UTC Study Abroad to discuss the program, application process, fees, and program responsibilities.  Once you apply, you will be contacted to schedule a meeting.
4. Meet with Dr. Lisa Piazza in the Office for URaCE to discuss research responsibilities and expectations.

Students selected to participate in the program must:

• Submit the UTC Office of Study Abroad application. NOTE: Students selected to participate in the program will receive the Study Abroad application link via e-mail once steps 1-3 above have been completed.
• Complete and submit Office for URaCE directed assignments in Canvas between April- August 2025. Canvas assignments are submitted at various points between April and August. Participants must also attend an in-person orientation meeting in late April or early May. Before you apply, please make sure you are available to dedicate time to this program from April-August, 2025.

Application deadline: 11pm Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024

Follow this LINK to apply.

Program Participant Responsibilities

Prior to Departure (April - June, 2025)

• Participate in program meetings and events on campus.
• Attend in-person program orientation.
• Complete pre-experience training via Canvas.
• Attend check in meetings with Office for URaCE program coordinators.
• Complete all pre-departure training and attend meetings as assigned.
• Attend Office of Study Abroad pre-departure orientation (Study Abroad 103).
• Other items as assigned.

During the Research Study Abroad Experience

• Follow UTC policies and code of conduct.
• Follow Study Abroad policies and code of conduct.
• Successfully fulfill all responsibilities and requirements of the experience.
• Attend check in meetings with Office for URaCE program coordinators.

At the Conclusion of the Research Study Abroad Experience

• Submit post-experience materials to the Office for URaCE.
• Prepare a presentation about your experience for the virtual UTC Fall Research Conference (Fall, 2025).
• Complete Office of Study Abroad Post-Study Abroad Scholarship Requirements.

Questions? Contact Dr. Lisa Piazza ([email protected]) OR send a message to the urace mailbox ([email protected])