Google DeepMind Research Ready

About the scheme

This new programme, in partnership with Google DeepMind and the Hg Foundation, will provide artificial intelligence (AI) research placements at top UK universities for undergraduate students from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds, providing them with the tools and opportunities to progress into research and careers in AI.

What the scheme funds

The scheme will fund up to 120 paid AI research placements of six to eight weeks in summer 2025, hosted by 12 UK universities.

Benefits for universities

The programme will enable host universities to:

• gain research support and insights from the next generation of engineering talent
• develop inclusive leadership skills
• support development of a stronger, more diverse AI research community that can bring unique perspectives and solutions to the field.

Benefits for students

The programme will support eligible undergraduates to:

• improve their knowledge of the different areas of AI
• build their research expertise
• understand the routes into different AI careers
• build confidence in taking the next steps in their education or career journey in AI.

Applying for a placement 

• Applications are currently open for students interested in undertaking a research placement.  
• All applications must be submitted directly to the respective host universities. For further details, please refer to the list of placements on the ‘how to apply’ page and follow the links to apply directly. 

See a full list of host organisations and apply 

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