The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence-MBZUAI Undergraduate Research Internship Programme (UGRIP) provides an immersive experience for AI enthusiasts. This program at the Abu Dhabi campus offers a one-of-a-kind chance for bachelor’s students to collaborate with distinguished faculty members and like-minded peers from around the world on cutting-edge AI research.
Join the UGRIP, which runs from May 27 to June 21, and you will be able to collaborate on research projects, improve your professional network, and receive mentorship at the MBZUAI Abu Dhabi campus.
The internship includes airfare, insurance, lodging, and a stipend, as well as cultural and social activities and excursions to downtown Abu Dhabi and Dubai. To be considered for UGRIP Summer 2024, please submit your complete application online by February 29, 2024.
Benefits and Financial Aids
MBZUAI UGRIP students enjoy:
- Generous stipend
- Private accommodation
- Visa, airfares, and airport transfers
- Health insurance
- Social and cultural activities
- Access to MBZUAI’s student facilities
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must be:
- Undergraduate students in the third/fourth year of STEM-related majors.
- Have a CGPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent.
- Provide an official enrolment letter and academic transcript.
- Demonstrate English language proficiency.
AI Research Areas
Students can choose from the following research areas for the MBZAUI UGRIP:
- Computer Vision:
- Our researchers focus on live camera detection, addressing car accidents, crowd counting, and pedestrian detection.
- My expertise includes severe weather condition tracking, camouflaged detection, and tumor detection.
- Machine Learning:
- Our machine learning researchers enhance algorithms, data, and statistics by investigating the core of AI models.
- The goal is to improve accuracy and power while optimizing efficiency for contemporary AI models.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP):
- NLP teams explore various topics, from fake news detection to understanding the uses and limitations of chatbots (e.g., ChatGPT).
- Research extends to machine translation and speech recognition within Natural Language Processing.
Required Documents
Applicants need to submit the following required documents:
- Online application form
- Official enrolment letter
- Official academic transcript
- Statement of Purpose (400 words)
- Evidence of English language proficiency (TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5, EmSAT English 1550)
- Colored copy of a passport (valid for at least one year)
Notes:
- All submitted documents must be in English or have legal English translations.
- Official academic documents require stamps and signatures from university authorities.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply for the MBZUAI Undergraduate Research Internship Program:
- Complete the online application form.
- Gather required documents, including an enrolment letter, academic transcript, Statement of Purpose, evidence of English proficiency, and a copy of a valid passport.
- Ensure that all documents are in English or accompanied by legal English translations.
- Submit stamped and signed academic documents to finalize the application.
