MBZUAI Research Internship Program 2025 in UAE (Fully Funded)

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Call for applications for the fully funded internship in UAE for international students. During this paid internship, interns will work with other bright students from the UAE and around the globe on various research projects. The MBZUAI Undergraduate Research Internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the MBZUAI campus, an innovative center for sustainability in Abu Dhabi. 

To improve today’s Al models’ accuracy, power, and efficiency, machine learning researchers go deeper into the algorithms, data, and statistics that support the. In this internship for undergraduate students, research on a variety of subjects is conducted by teams specializing in natural language processing, such as speech recognition, machine translation, chatbots (like ChatGPT) and their benefits and limitations. 

The Computer Vision (CV) Department develops graduate programs and conducts cutting-edge research. Faculty members engage with future technology leaders, while computer vision researchers create algorithms for visual data analysis. This paid internship for international students in UAE provides hands-on experience and networking opportunities, enhancing their careers in technology.

Students will get mentorship and guidance on further study choices from outstanding students or faculty members of the University. The researchers focus on both basic and applied machine learning research. This has a wide range of enterprise applications, including robotics, smart cities, business intelligence and analytics, efficient online search, and human genome research. 

Details About MBZUAI Undergraduate Research Internship 2025

  • Application Deadline: February 28th, 2025
  • Country: United Arab Emirates
  • Institute: Muhammad Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
  • Open for: All Nationals
  • Program Type: Research Internship
  • Internship for: Undergraduate Students

Financial Benefits

As an MBZUAI UGRIP student, you will receive the following benefits:

  • Monthly Stipend
  • Private Accommodation
  • Visa
  • Airfare
  • Airport Transfer
  • Health Insurance
  • Social and Cultural Activities
  • Access to the Student Facilities
  • Trip to Downtown Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Requirements of the MBZUAI Internship

  • The internship is open to all the Nationals.
  • Undergraduate students in STEM-related majors who have completed at least three years of their studies and have a CGPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent.
  • These students must be enrolled in their final semester of studies (Fall or later) after participating in the UGRIP.
  • A letter issued by the University Registrar confirming your enrolment status, admission date, program duration, and expected graduation date.
  • A detailed transcript that includes all registered courses from the first to the current semester, along with course names, grades, and credit hours. (Signed and Stamped).
  • Colored copy of passport (valid for at least one year)
  • Statement of Purpose explaining:
    • Motivation for applying
    • Personal and academic background and how it is related to the MBZUAI internship.
    • Stand-out achievements (e.g., awards, distinction, etc.)
    • Goals as a prospective UGRIP participant
    • Preferred career path and plans

Language Requirements and Exemption Requirements

A valid certificate of any of the following:

  • TOEFL iBT with a minimum total score of 90
  • IELTS Academic with a minimum overall score of 6.5
  • EmSAT English with a minimum score of 1550

Exemption: A formal letter issued by the applicant’s university confirming that English is the primary language of instruction in their academic program.

Application Process

To apply for UGRIP 2025, you need to submit:

  1. Online application form
  2. Official enrollment letter from your university
  3. Official academic transcript
  4. Statement of Purpose essay
  5. Proof of English language proficiency
  6. Colored copy of passport (valid for at least one year)

All documents must be in English or include legal English translations. Official academic documents should be stamped and signed by university authorities.

Key Dates for 2025 Admission Cycle

  • Application Opening: January 1, 2025 (8:00 AM UAE time)
  • Application Deadline: February 28, 2025 (5:00 PM UAE time)
  • Admission Decision Notifications: By April 1, 2025 (11:00 PM UAE time)