Industry Partners

Industry Partners that - Collaborate. Innovate. Inspire.

We believe that the most meaningful research happens when academia and industry work together.
Our Industry Partners play a vital role in connecting doctoral research with real-world innovation — shaping solutions that impact businesses, communities, and society.

Study Internships with Industry

For PhD Students

Earn. Research. Innovate.

Take your PhD further with real industry experience built directly into your studies.
With our Study Internships with Industry programme, you don’t just complete a doctorate—you build a career.

Why Join Study Internships with Industry?

Work on real-world challenges that align with your PhD research.
Paid internships that fit your study schedule.
Boost your employability with industry experience before graduation.
Build a powerful professional network across leading sectors.
Turn your research into impact through innovation-driven projects.

What You Can Expect

Projects in technology, healthcare, engineering, sustainability, AI, business, and more.
Part-time roles: 20 hours per week on annual review paid internships.
Support from our Internship Team throughout the placement.
A guaranteed interview for at least one internship opportunity.

Who Should Apply?

Ideal for PhD candidates who want to:

Enhance their CV
Gain practical experience
Apply academic insights in the real world
Explore alternative careers in industry, consulting or R&D

A PhD With Purpose

SII helps you bridge the gap between academic research and industry innovation—unlocking new opportunities while you study.

Discover available internships and start shaping your future today.

Study Internships with Industry

For Industry Partners

Access Specialist Talent. Drive Innovation. Grow Faster.

The Study Internships with Industry programme connects organisations with exceptional PhD talent—ready to support your projects, enhance innovation, and accelerate growth.

Why Partner With Us?

Highly skilled PhD candidates with advanced research, data and problem-solving expertise.
Fresh perspectives to support innovation, digital transformation and strategic projects.
Part-time engagement models—20 hours per week on annual review paid internships.
Cost-effective access to specialised knowledge without long-term hiring risk.
Talent pipeline for future employment or collaboration.

What PhD Interns Can Do for You

Conduct market, technical or feasibility research
Support digital transformation and AI adoption
Analyse data, processes or customer insights
Contribute to product development or testing
Improve knowledge management and organisational learning
Provide academic rigour to strategic decisions

Why Companies Love Study Internships with Industry

Access to skills most SMEs and growing companies can’t recruit easily
Fast matching with qualified candidates
Project oversight and support from our Internship Team
Clear contracts, NDAs and IP agreements to protect your work

Perfect for:

SMEs seeking innovation but lacking R&D capacity
Start-ups needing research support
Corporates wanting to expand talent pipelines
Public sector and non-profits tackling complex problems

Drive Innovation With Doctoral Talent

Unlock the expertise of motivated PhD students who bring cutting-edge research, critical thinking, and fresh ideas to your organisation.

Partner with us today and discover how a PhD intern can accelerate your next breakthrough.