Indicative Responsibilities Depending on the selected department and focus area (e.g. Accounting, HR, Education, Makerspace), responsibilities may include: Supporting day-to-day departmental operations through hands-on involvement Assisting with data entry, documentation, reporting, and record keeping Contributing to department-specific tasks, such as: Financial data processing and reporting (Accounting) Recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration (HR) Workshop design and educational content development (Education) Prototyping, fabrication, and creative project support (Makerspace) Participating in ongoing projects and real organisational activities Supporting the preparation of materials, tools, or deliverables relevant to each function Collaborating with teams and gaining exposure to internal processes and workflows Assisting in events, workshops, or internal initiatives, where applicable Ensuring accuracy, organisation, and confidentiality in all assigned tasks Taking initiative in learning and supporting additional tasks as needed Looking to gain hands-on experience in a leading research environment? CYENS invites motivated and curious individuals to join our research teams through our internship programme. This is an opportunity to work alongside experts, contribute to innovative projects, and explore areas that match your academic and professional interests. Qualifications Students or recent graduates in relevant fields, depending on the department (e.g. Business, Finance, HR, Education, Engineering, Design, etc.) Basic understanding of the relevant functional area Familiarity with standard tools (e.g. MS Office; design or technical tools where applicable) Skills & Competencies Strong organisation and attention to detail Good communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work independently and in a team Proactive attitude and willingness to learn Adaptability in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment Professionalism and sense of responsibility Additional Requirements Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information appropriately Good command of English Reliability and commitment to the agreed internship period Nice to Have (Tailored to Departments) Basic knowledge of accounting or finance principles (for Accounting roles) Interest in HR practices and people management (for HR roles) Familiarity with educational tools, coding, or robotics (for Education roles) Experience or interest in design, fabrication, or prototyping tools (for Makerspace roles) Creativity, curiosity, and a hands-on mindset Internship Objective Gain practical, hands-on experience in a professional environment Develop functional and transferable skills relevant to the chosen field Contribute to real tasks and projects, not just observation Build confidence in workplace collaboration and communication Understand how different departments operate within an innovation-driven organisation